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estacionamiento means parking lot; parking — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 30, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

estacionamiento

noun • /[es-tah-syo-nah-MYEN-toh]/

parking lot; parking

Example:

Hay estacionamiento gratuito detrás del hotel.

There's free parking behind the hotel.

🧠 What does estacionamiento mean?

Estacionamiento is a Spanish noun that generally refers to a parking lot or the act of parking. Think of it as the designated area where you can leave your car. It can also refer to the action of parking itself, similar to the English gerund "parking". So, you could say "busco estacionamiento" (I'm looking for parking) or "el estacionamiento está lleno" (the parking lot is full).

📚 Extra examples

  • ¿Dónde está el estacionamiento más cercano?
    Where is the nearest parking lot?
  • El estacionamiento del hotel es gratuito.
    The hotel parking is free.
  • No encuentro estacionamiento en el centro.
    I can't find parking downtown.
  • Voy a buscar estacionamiento.
    I'm going to look for parking.
  • Ten cuidado al salir del estacionamiento.
    Be careful when leaving the parking lot.

💡 Did You Know?

In some Spanish-speaking countries, you might encounter attendants who help you park and watch your car. They are often called 'cuidacoches' or simply 'guardianes'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "estacionamiento"

Synonyms: aparcamiento, parqueo (Latin America)

🔍 See more travel spanish words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'parking lot; parking' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'parking lot; parking' in Spanish is 'estacionamiento'.
How do you pronounce 'estacionamiento' in Spanish?
It's pronounced es-tah-syo-nah-mee-EN-toh. The stress falls on the 'en' syllable.
How do you use 'estacionamiento' in a sentence?
You can use it like this: 'El estacionamiento está lleno' (The parking lot is full) or 'Necesito encontrar estacionamiento' (I need to find parking).
What is the English translation of 'estacionamiento'?
It translates to 'parking lot' or 'parking'.
Does 'estacionamiento' change for gender or number?
No, 'estacionamiento' is a singular masculine noun. If you want to talk about multiple parking lots, you would say 'estacionamientos'.
Is 'estacionamiento' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, it's a very common word, especially in urban areas.
Does 'estacionamiento' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It's a pretty straightforward word.
Is 'estacionamiento' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While the meaning remains the same, some regions might prefer other synonyms like 'aparcamiento' (more common in Spain).

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