Aparcar (en. Park)

/apaɾˈkaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To place a vehicle in a parking area.
I parked my car in front of the store.
Aparqué mi coche frente a la tienda.
To stop a vehicle in a place where it is allowed.
It is important to park in the designated area to avoid fines.
Es importante aparcar en el área designada para evitar multas.
To park a vehicle safely to avoid accidents.
You should always make sure to park correctly.
Siempre debes asegurarte de aparcar correctamente.

Etymology

From Spanish 'aparcar', which comes from French 'parquer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to park in a double row
Parking a vehicle in two spaces, blocking access to others.
aparcar en doble fila
there's nowhere to park
No parking space is available.
no hay dónde aparcar
to park in the shade
Parking a vehicle in a shaded area.
aparcar a la sombra

Related Words

parking lot
A place designated for parking vehicles.
estacionamiento
parking
An English word used in some Spanish-speaking contexts to refer to parking.
parking
vehicle
Any means of transportation that can be parked.
vehículo

Slang Meanings

Parking in a prohibited area.
That guy always parks on the sidewalk.
Ese tipo siempre aparca en la acera.
Parking incorrectly, causing obstruction.
I had to call the tow truck because someone parked incorrectly.
Tuve que llamar a la grúa porque alguien aparcó mal.