balanza means scale — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: January 31, 2026
balanza
noun • /[ba-LAN-sa]/
scale
Example:
Pesa tu maleta en la balanza.
Weigh your suitcase on the scale.
🧠 What does balanza mean?
A balanza is a device used to measure weight, typically consisting of a beam balanced on a pivot, with a pan suspended from each end. It is commonly found in settings where precise weight measurements are important, such as markets or luggage handling areas. The term can also refer to a specific type of weighing instrument, like a kitchen scale or a luggage scale.
📚 Extra examples
- Pesa tu maleta en la balanza antes de ir al aeropuerto.
Weigh your suitcase on the scale before going to the airport. - El vendedor usó una balanza para pesar las frutas.
The vendor used a scale to weigh the fruits. - Necesito una balanza pequeña para mi cocina.
I need a small scale for my kitchen.
💡 Did You Know?
The word 'balanza' comes from the Latin word 'bilancia', which means 'pair of scales'. This connection highlights the historical importance of weighing and measurement in human society.
🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "balanza"
Synonyms: báscula, pesa
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