airbag
/aiɾˈbaɡ/
The English phrase air bag is translated into Spanish as airbag.
The term refers to a safety device in a vehicle that inflates rapidly during a collision to protect passengers.
How do you pronounce it?
/aiɾˈbaɡ/
Did you know?
- The term bolsa is so central to finance that the Spanish phrase for 'the stock market crashed' uses the same word for 'bag' found in bolsa de aire.
- The verb inflar used for an airbag also describes the act of 'puffing up' one's chest to show pride or arrogance.
- The word airbag is treated as a masculine noun in Spanish, so you would say el airbag even though 'bolsa' is a feminine noun.
Examples in context
- El automóvil está equipado con bolsas de aire de última generación para garantizar la seguridad de los pasajeros en caso de colisión.The car is equipped with latest generation air bags to guarantee the safety of the passengers in case of collision.
- El airbag se activó durante el choque.The airbag activated during the crash.
- ¿Tiene airbag este coche nuevo?Does this new car have an airbag?
- Es importante revisar el airbag del conductor.It is important to check the driver's airbag.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are inspecting a used car for sale.
- ElenaMateo, ¿este coche tiene airbag?Mateo, does this car have an airbag?
- MateoSí, Elena, tiene airbags en los laterales.Yes, Elena, it has airbags in the sides.
- ElenaMe alegra saber que es seguro.I am glad to know it is safe.
- MateoLa seguridad es lo primero.Safety comes first.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry airbag, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
