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gasolinera means gas station — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 3, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

gasolinera

noun • /[gah-so-lee-NEH-rah]/

gas station

Example:

¿Hay gasolinera abierta en este pueblo?

Is there an open gas station in this town?

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🧠 What does gasolinera mean?

A "gasolinera" is the Spanish word for "gas station." It's the place you go to fill up your car with gasoline (gasolina), diesel, or other fuels. Many gasolineras also offer convenience stores, restrooms, and sometimes even car washes or small mechanics' shops.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito parar en la próxima gasolinera. Me estoy quedando sin gasolina.
    I need to stop at the next gas station. I'm running out of gas.
  • ¿Sabes dónde hay una gasolinera cerca?
    Do you know where there's a gas station nearby?
  • La gasolinera en la autopista tenía precios muy altos.
    The gas station on the highway had very high prices.
  • Llené el tanque en la gasolinera antes de salir de viaje.
    I filled up the tank at the gas station before leaving on the trip.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'gas station' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'gas station' is 'gasolinera'.
How do you pronounce 'gasolinera' in Spanish?
It's pronounced gah-so-lee-NEH-rah. The stress is on the 'NEH' syllable.
How do you use 'gasolinera' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: '¿Dónde está la gasolinera más cercana?' (Where is the nearest gas station?), or 'Voy a la gasolinera a llenar el tanque.' (I'm going to the gas station to fill the tank.)
What is the English translation of 'gasolinera'?
'Gasolinera' translates to 'gas station' in English.
Does 'gasolinera' change for gender or number?
No, 'gasolinera' is always feminine and singular. If you're talking about more than one, you'd say 'las gasolineras' (the gas stations).
Is 'gasolinera' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'gasolinera' is a very common word, especially if you're traveling or talking about cars.
Does 'gasolinera' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It's a straightforward word. In some regions, you might hear 'estación de servicio' (service station), but 'gasolinera' is widely understood.
Is 'gasolinera' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While 'gasolinera' is understood everywhere, 'estación de servicio' or 'bomba' (pump) might be more common in some parts of Latin America, like Argentina or Chile. However, using 'gasolinera' is perfectly acceptable and understood across the Spanish-speaking world.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "gasolinera"

Synonyms: estación de servicio, bomba (in some regions)

💡 Did You Know?

In some Spanish-speaking countries, you don't pump your own gas. An attendant will fill your tank for you.

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