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apeadero means small train stop — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: April 27, 2026

✈️ Travel Spanish

apeadero

noun • /[ah-peh-ah-DEH-roh]/

small train stop

Example:

El tren paró en un apeadero pequeño.

The train stopped at a small halt.

🧠 What does apeadero mean?

An apeadero is a small, often unmanned, stop on a railway line, typically serving a village or a less populated area. Unlike a full train station with extensive facilities, an apeadero usually consists of little more than a platform and perhaps a simple shelter. It functions as a basic point for passengers to board or alight from trains, often on regional or local routes.

📚 Extra examples

  • Perdimos el tren en el apeadero más cercano al pueblo.
    We missed the train at the small stop closest to the town.
  • Este apeadero solo tiene servicio cada dos horas.
    This small train stop only has service every two hours.
  • Para llegar a la montaña, hay que bajarse en el apeadero de El Bosque.
    To reach the mountain, one must get off at the El Bosque stop.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'apeadero' comes from the verb 'apear,' which means to dismount or get off. This relates to the function of the place as a point where passengers alight from the train.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "apeadero"

Synonyms: parada, andén

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'small train stop' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'small train stop' is apeadero.
How do you pronounce 'apeadero' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is ah-peh-ah-DEH-roh.
How do you use 'apeadero' in a sentence?
An example sentence is: 'El tren no para en todos los apeaderos.' (The train does not stop at all small stops.)
What is the English translation of 'apeadero'?
The English translation of 'apeadero' is 'small train stop' or 'halt'.
Does 'apeadero' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'apeadero' is a masculine noun. It changes for number: apeadero (singular) and apeaderos (plural).
Is 'apeadero' common in everyday Spanish?
The term 'apeadero' is commonly understood, especially in contexts related to travel and railways. It specifically refers to a minor stopping point.
Does 'apeadero' have slang or double meanings?
Generally, 'apeadero' does not have common slang or double meanings. Its primary use is literal, referring to a railway stop.
Is 'apeadero' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While the term 'apeadero' is understood in both Spain and many parts of Latin America, regional variations for train stops might exist. However, 'apeadero' itself is a standard term.

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