Mochila (en. Backpack)

/moˈtʃila/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Object with the capacity to carry belongings, generally with straps that are placed over the shoulders.

I took my backpack to school with all my books.

Llevé mi mochila al colegio con todos mis libros.

Portable container to carry packages or supplies during outdoor activities.

I used my hiking backpack during the trip to the mountain.

Usé mi mochila de senderismo durante el viaje a la montaña.

Bag used by students to carry their school supplies.

I bought a new backpack for the start of the school year.

Compre una nueva mochila para el inicio del año escolar.

From the Spanish term derived from the Latin 'mānsio', referencing a resting place.

travel backpack

Backpack designed specifically for travel, with greater capacity and compartments.

mochila de viaje

school backpack

Backpack intended for carrying school supplies.

mochila escolar

carry the backpack

Adjust or carry the backpack over the shoulders.

cargar la mochila

bag

Large fabric or plastic bag used to carry things.

saco

sack

Flexible container, generally made of plastic or paper.

bolsa

luggage

Set of objects carried on a trip.

equipaje

Backpack as a reference to a group of followers or friends who accompany someone in activities.

I always have my backpack with me at parties.

Siempre tengo mi mochila conmigo en las fiestas.

Using 'backpack' to describe someone who bears many responsibilities.

He always has the backpack full of problems.

Él siempre tiene la mochila llena de problemas.