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equipado means equipped — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 17, 2026

✈️ Travel Spanish

equipado

adjective • /[e-kee-PA-do]/

equipped

Example:

El apartamento está bien equipado.

The apartment is well equipped.

🧠 What does equipado mean?

Equipado is the past participle of the verb equipar, meaning to equip or furnish. As an adjective, it describes something or someone that has been supplied with the necessary or appropriate equipment, gear, or resources for a particular purpose. In the context of travel, it often refers to vehicles, accommodations, or personal gear that is well-prepared or outfitted.

📚 Extra examples

  • El hotel estaba bien equipado para recibir turistas.
    The hotel was well-equipped to receive tourists.
  • Necesitamos un coche 4x4 bien equipado para la aventura.
    We need a well-equipped 4x4 car for the adventure.
  • La tienda de campaña venía equipada con todo lo necesario para acampar.
    The tent came equipped with everything necessary for camping.
  • El viajero estaba equipado con un mapa detallado y una brújula.
    The traveler was equipped with a detailed map and a compass.
  • Este apartamento está equipado con aire acondicionado y Wi-Fi.
    This apartment is equipped with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.

💡 Did You Know?

The verb 'equipar' comes from the Latin word 'aequiparare', which means to make equal or level. Over time, its meaning evolved to include the idea of furnishing or fitting out with equal or appropriate means.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "equipado"

Synonyms: amueblado, provisto, dotado, suministrado
Opposites: desequipado, desprovisto, desnudo, vacío

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'equipped' in Spanish?
The most common translation for 'equipped' is 'equipado'.
How do you pronounce 'equipado' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is eh-kee-PAH-doh.
How do you use 'equipado' in a sentence?
'Equipado' is used as an adjective to describe a noun that has been outfitted with necessary items. For example, 'El coche está equipado con GPS' (The car is equipped with GPS).
What is the English translation of 'equipado'?
The English translation of 'equipado' is 'equipped'.
Does 'equipado' change for gender or number?
Yes, as an adjective, 'equipado' agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The feminine singular form is 'equipada', the masculine plural is 'equipados', and the feminine plural is 'equipadas'.
Is 'equipado' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'equipado' is a common and useful adjective in everyday Spanish, particularly when discussing items, rooms, vehicles, or people that are prepared with specific features or items.
Does 'equipado' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'equipado' does not typically have slang or double meanings. Its usage is generally straightforward and literal, referring to being supplied with equipment.
Is 'equipado' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning and usage of 'equipado' are consistent across Spain and Latin America. Regional variations might exist in specific contexts or for particular types of equipment, but the adjective itself is universally understood.

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