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peaje means toll (road) — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 4, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

peaje

noun • /[peh-AH-heh]/

toll (road)

Example:

La autopista tiene peaje electrónico obligatorio.

The highway has mandatory electronic tolls.

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🧠 What does peaje mean?

Peaje means 'toll' or 'toll road' in Spanish. It refers to the fee you pay to use certain roads or highways. You'll encounter this word when driving on autopistas (highways) in Spain and Latin America. Sometimes, the word refers to a toll booth itself, the place where you pay. Think of it as the price you pay for convenience and often better road conditions.

📚 Extra examples

  • El peaje de esta autopista es bastante caro.
    The toll on this highway is quite expensive.
  • Tuvimos que parar en el peaje para pagar.
    We had to stop at the toll booth to pay.
  • ¿Hay alguna ruta alternativa sin peaje?
    Is there an alternative route without tolls?
  • Aceptan tarjetas de crédito en este peaje.
    They accept credit cards at this toll booth.
  • El precio del peaje varía según la distancia recorrida.
    The toll price varies depending on the distance traveled.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'toll' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'toll' in Spanish is 'peaje'.
How do you pronounce 'peaje' in Spanish?
It's pronounced pe-AH-he, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The 'j' in Spanish makes a 'h' sound, similar to the 'h' in 'hello'.
How do you use 'peaje' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El peaje es muy alto' (The toll is very high), '¿Cuánto cuesta el peaje?' (How much is the toll?), or 'Tenemos que pagar el peaje' (We have to pay the toll).
What is the English translation of 'peaje'?
'Peaje' translates to 'toll' or 'toll road' in English.
Does 'peaje' change for gender or number?
No, 'peaje' is a masculine noun, but its form stays the same whether singular or plural. To make it plural, you say 'los peajes'.
Is 'peaje' common in everyday Spanish?
If you're driving, especially on longer trips, yes, 'peaje' is a pretty common word to encounter in Spain and Latin America.
Does 'peaje' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. 'Peaje' is generally used in its literal sense related to road tolls. It doesn't have any common slang or double meanings.
Is 'peaje' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'peaje' is used consistently across Spain and Latin America to refer to toll roads and booths, with no significant difference in meaning.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "peaje"

Synonyms: cobro de peaje

💡 Did You Know?

In some Spanish-speaking countries, toll roads are called 'autopistas de peaje,' literally meaning 'toll highways.'

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