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consigna means left-luggage; luggage storage — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 25, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

consigna

noun • /[kon-SEEN-yah]/

left-luggage; luggage storage

Example:

Guardamos las mochilas en la consigna de la estación.

We stored our backpacks in the station lockers.

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🧠 What does consigna mean?

The word 'consigna' in Spanish primarily refers to left-luggage or luggage storage, the service where you can temporarily store your bags. Think of it as the place at a train station, airport, or bus terminal where you can leave your suitcases for a few hours or even days. While it can sometimes have other meanings (like a slogan or instructions), in the context of travel, it's all about keeping your luggage safe while you explore.

📚 Extra examples

  • Dejé mi maleta en la consigna del aeropuerto.
    I left my suitcase in the airport's left-luggage office.
  • ¿Dónde está la consigna? Necesito guardar mi mochila por unas horas.
    Where is the luggage storage? I need to store my backpack for a few hours.
  • La consigna del hotel es muy segura.
    The hotel's left-luggage facility is very secure.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'left-luggage' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'left-luggage' in Spanish is 'consigna'.
How do you pronounce 'consigna' in Spanish?
It's pronounced kon-SEEG-nah, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'consigna' in a sentence?
Here are a couple of examples: 'Dejé mi maleta en la consigna' (I left my suitcase in the left-luggage), or '¿Hay una consigna aquí?' (Is there a left-luggage facility here?).
What is the English translation of 'consigna'?
In a travel context, 'consigna' translates to 'left-luggage' or 'luggage storage'.
Does 'consigna' change for gender or number?
While 'consigna' itself doesn't change, the articles and adjectives around it will. For example, 'la consigna' (the left-luggage) or 'unas consignas' (some left-luggage facilities).
Is 'consigna' common in everyday Spanish?
It's fairly common, especially when talking about travel or stations.
Does 'consigna' have slang or double meanings?
Yes, 'consigna' can also mean 'slogan' or 'instructions,' but in the context of travel, it almost always means 'left-luggage.'
Is 'consigna' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'consigna' as 'left-luggage' are pretty consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "consigna"

Synonyms: guardaequipajes, depósito de equipaje

💡 Did You Know?

While traveling light is always a good idea, sometimes you need to store your luggage. Knowing how to say 'consigna' can make your travel experience much smoother!

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