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multa means fine; penalty — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 29, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

multa

noun • /[MOOL-tah]/

fine; penalty

Example:

Cuidado con estacionar aquí, ponen multa rápido.

Careful parking here; they ticket quickly.

🧠 What does multa mean?

In Spanish, 'multa' means 'fine' or 'penalty,' specifically referring to a sum of money you have to pay as punishment for breaking a rule or law. This is often related to traffic violations, but can also apply to other situations like littering or breaking city ordinances.

📚 Extra examples

  • Me pusieron una multa por exceso de velocidad.
    They gave me a speeding ticket.
  • Tuve que pagar una multa por estacionar en un lugar prohibido.
    I had to pay a fine for parking in a prohibited place.
  • La multa por no llevar el cinturón de seguridad es bastante alta.
    The fine for not wearing a seatbelt is quite high.
  • ¡Ten cuidado! En esta zona hay multas por tirar basura.
    Be careful! There are fines for littering in this area.

💡 Did You Know?

The verb form related to 'multa' is 'multar,' meaning 'to fine' someone. For example, 'La policía me multó' (The police fined me).

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "multa"

Synonyms: sanción, pena (more formal, broader meaning)

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'fine' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'fine' in Spanish (as a penalty) is 'multa.'
How do you pronounce 'multa' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'MOOL-tah,' with the stress on the first syllable.
How do you use 'multa' in a sentence?
Examples include: 'Me pusieron una multa' (They gave me a fine), or 'Pagué la multa' (I paid the fine).
What is the English translation of 'multa'?
The English translation of 'multa' is 'fine' or 'penalty.'
Does 'multa' change for gender or number?
'Multa' is a feminine noun. For plural, you use 'multas' (fines).
Is 'multa' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'multa' is a relatively common word, especially when discussing travel, driving, or rules.
Does 'multa' have slang or double meanings?
While 'multa' primarily refers to a financial penalty, in some contexts it can be used informally to mean any kind of negative consequence. This isn't a separate 'double meaning', but more of a figurative use.
Is 'multa' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'multa' is used with the same meaning across both Spain and Latin America.

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