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

📅 Published: February 14, 2026

✈️ Travel Spanish

remolque

noun • /[re-MOL-ke]/

tow

Example:

Llamaron un remolque para el coche.

They called a tow for the car.

🧠 What does remolque mean?

A 'remolque' is a vehicle or structure that is pulled behind another vehicle, typically a car or truck, for carrying goods, equipment, or even people. It functions as an extension of the towing vehicle. In a broader sense, it can also refer to the act or process of towing itself. Common examples include trailers for camping, transporting furniture, or carrying boats. The term is widely used in contexts related to road travel, logistics, and recreational activities that involve transporting larger items or accommodations.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesitamos un vehículo grande para poder llevar el remolque con todas nuestras cosas.
    We need a large vehicle to be able to tow the trailer with all our belongings.
  • El coche no tiene fuerza suficiente para tirar de un remolque tan pesado.
    The car doesn't have enough power to pull such a heavy trailer.
  • Hay un área de servicio donde se permite estacionar con remolque.
    There is a service area where parking with a trailer is allowed.
  • Vamos a alquilar un remolque para mudarnos a nuestra nueva casa.
    We are going to rent a trailer to move to our new house.
  • El remolque de la caravana es bastante espacioso para un viaje largo.
    The caravan's trailer is quite spacious for a long trip.

💡 Did You Know?

The verb form, 'remolcar', meaning 'to tow', is derived from the Latin word 'remulcum', which also referred to a tow rope or hawser.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "remolque"

Synonyms: caravana, tráiler, enganche
Opposites: cabeza tractora, vehículo principal

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'tow' in Spanish?
The noun for 'tow' as in a trailer is 'remolque'. The verb 'to tow' is 'remolcar'.
How do you pronounce 'remolque' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'remolque' is reh-MOL-keh.
How do you use 'remolque' in a sentence?
'Remolque' is used as a noun to refer to a trailer or the act of towing. For example, 'El coche tiene un remolque para bicicletas' (The car has a bike trailer).
What is the English translation of 'remolque'?
The primary English translation of 'remolque' is 'trailer' or 'tow'.
Does 'remolque' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'remolque' is a masculine noun. Its plural form is 'remolques'.
Is 'remolque' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'remolque' is commonly used, especially in contexts related to vehicles, travel, and moving goods.
Does 'remolque' have slang or double meanings?
While 'remolque' primarily refers to a trailer, in some colloquial contexts, it might be used metaphorically to describe someone or something that is being dragged along or is a burden, but this is not a standard or common usage.
Is 'remolque' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning of 'remolque' as a trailer is generally consistent across Spain and Latin America. Regional variations might exist in specific types of trailers or the terminology for attaching them, but the core meaning remains the same.

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