paquete combinado
/pakete kombinado/from spelling rules
The English phrase "combo pack" is translated into Spanish as paquete combinado.
This phrase refers to a set of different products sold together as a single unit. In a retail context, paquete is the standard term for a bundle or a pack of goods.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a literal translation where paquete means package and combinado means combined.
Which one should you use?
While paquete combinado is the standard form, you may encounter other variations. Combo promocional and Paquete combo are informal alternatives, while combo is a common English loanword used in marketing and fast food.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The loanword combo is used in many Spanish-speaking countries, particularly within the fast food and marketing industries.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, both the noun and the adjective must take the plural ending: paquetes combinados.
Did you know?
- In some Caribbean contexts, calling someone a paquete is a way of calling them a 'bore' or a 'nuisance'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word combo can also refer to a musical group or a troupe of performers, not just a product bundle.
- In certain Caribbean dialects, combo can informally refer to a close-knit group of friends or a 'crew' rather than a set of products.
Examples in context
- Voy a comprar un combo de comida rápidaI am going to buy a combo pack at the fast-food restaurant
- La tienda de ropa tiene un combo promocional de dos prendas al precio de unaThe clothing store has a promotional combo pack of two garments for the price of one
- Vamos a pedir un combo de pizzas para la fiesta de esta noche.We are going to order a combo pack of pizzas for tonight's party.
- El paquete combinado incluye tres tipos de café.The combo pack includes three types of coffee.
- Ese paquete combinado es más barato que los productos sueltos.That combo pack is cheaper than the individual products.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are shopping at a store.
- JavierMira Lucía, este paquete combinado tiene todo lo necesario.Look Lucía, this combo pack has everything needed.
- LucíaTienes razón, Javier. Es una gran oferta.You are right, Javier. It is a great deal.
- JavierLlevémoslo para ahorrar un poco de dinero.Let's take it to save a bit of money.
- LucíaEstá bien, pongamos el paquete combinado en el carrito.Okay, let's put the combo pack in the cart.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
