Coches (en. Cars)

/ˈkotʃes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A motor vehicle with four wheels used for transporting people.
Modern cars often have advanced navigation systems.
Los coches modernos suelen tener sistemas de navegación avanzada.
Fire truck, ambulance, or similar vehicle.
The fire truck arrived quickly at the fire.
El coche de bomberos llegó rápidamente al incendio.
An informal term used to refer to cars in general.
I bought a new car this weekend.
Compré un coche nuevo este fin de semana.

Etymology

From Latin 'cārus', which means 'expensive', in reference to the cost of these vehicles.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rental car
A vehicle that can be rented for a period of time.
coche de alquiler
getting into a car
Getting into a vehicle.
meterse en un coche
car bomb
A vehicle used to transport explosives.
coche bomba

Related Words

automobile
A vehicle generally with four wheels used for transportation.
automóvil
motorcycle
A motorized vehicle with two wheels.
moto
truck
A large vehicle used for transporting goods.
camión

Slang Meanings

Puff
It’s a well-equipped puff, perfect for the city.
Es un pucho bien equipado, perfecto para la ciudad.
Stroller
I’m going to buy a stroller to take the kids.
Voy a comprar un cochecito para llevar a los niños.