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

📅 Published: July 26, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

mochila

noun • /[mo-CHEE-lah]/

backpack

Example:

Mi mochila no cabe en el compartimento.

My backpack doesn't fit in the compartment.

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🧠 What does mochila mean?

Mochila is the standard Spanish word for backpack, the kind you wear on your back. It can refer to any size, from a small daypack to a large hiking backpack. You'll hear this word used everywhere, from airports to schools to hiking trails.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito comprar una mochila nueva para mi viaje.
    I need to buy a new backpack for my trip.
  • ¿Puedes ayudarme con mi mochila? Es muy pesada.
    Can you help me with my backpack? It's very heavy.
  • Siempre llevo mi mochila conmigo cuando viajo.
    I always carry my backpack with me when I travel.
  • Mi mochila está llena de libros.
    My backpack is full of books.
  • Perdí mi mochila en el aeropuerto.
    I lost my backpack at the airport.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'backpack' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'backpack' is 'mochila'.
How do you pronounce 'mochila' in Spanish?
It's pronounced mo-CHEE-la, with the stress on the second syllable. The 'ch' sound is similar to the 'ch' in 'church'.
How do you use 'mochila' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Mi mochila es nueva' (My backpack is new), or '¿Dónde está tu mochila?' (Where is your backpack?).
What is the English translation of 'mochila'?
'Mochila' translates to 'backpack' in English.
Does 'mochila' change for gender or number?
No, 'mochila' is always feminine and its plural form is 'mochilas'.
Is 'mochila' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'mochila' is a very common and frequently used word in everyday Spanish.
Does 'mochila' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. 'Mochila' is a straightforward word for 'backpack'. In some regions, you might hear slang terms for specific types of backpacks, but 'mochila' itself is universally understood.
Is 'mochila' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, 'mochila' has the same meaning and usage throughout the Spanish-speaking world.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "mochila"

Synonyms: bolso (for a smaller bag), morral (more common in some regions)

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'mochila' comes from the Arabic word 'mochila', which means 'travel bag'.

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