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declarar means to declare (customs) — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 11, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

declarar

verb • /[deh-kla-AR]/

to declare (customs)

Example:

¿Tiene algo que declarar en aduana?

Do you have anything to declare at customs?

🧠 What does declarar mean?

In the context of travel, "declarar" means to officially state or report something to customs officials, usually at the border or airport. This often involves listing items you are bringing into a country, especially if they are subject to duties or restrictions.

📚 Extra examples

  • Tuve que declarar los regalos que compré en el extranjero.
    I had to declare the gifts I bought abroad.
  • No tengo nada que declarar.
    I have nothing to declare.
  • ¿Declaró usted todos sus productos electrónicos?
    Did you declare all your electronics?

💡 Did You Know?

Many countries have strict rules about what you can bring across their borders. Failing to declare certain items can result in fines or other penalties.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "declarar"

Synonyms: reportar, manifestar, informar

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to declare (customs)' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'to declare (customs)' in Spanish is 'declarar'.
How do you pronounce 'declarar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced deh-clah-RAR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'declarar' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'Tengo que declarar estos artículos.' (I have to declare these items.) or 'No tengo nada que declarar.' (I have nothing to declare).
What is the English translation of 'declarar'?
In a travel context, 'declarar' translates to 'to declare' at customs. It can have other meanings like 'to state' or 'to announce' in other situations.
Does 'declarar' change for gender or number?
The conjugation of 'declarar' changes depending on who is performing the action (I declare, you declare, etc.), but not for gender or number of the declared items.
Is 'declarar' common in everyday Spanish?
While not used daily by everyone, it's a common word related to travel and legal contexts, so understanding it is helpful for any Spanish learner.
Does 'declarar' have slang or double meanings?
Not in this context. While 'declarar' can have broader meanings like 'to state' or even 'to declare one's love,' its meaning at customs is quite straightforward.
Is 'declarar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'declarar' in the context of customs are generally the same across Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'declarar' in Spanish?
Here are some present tense conjugations: yo declaro (I declare), tú declaras (you declare), él/ella/usted declara (he/she/you formal declare), nosotros/nosotras declaramos (we declare), vosotros/vosotras declaráis (you all informal declare), ellos/ellas/ustedes declaran (they/you all formal declare).

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