paquete
/paˈkete/masculine
The English word package is translated into Spanish as paquete. Wiktionary also lists kete.
Meaning: something which is packed (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| paquete | /paˈkete/ | masculine |
| kete | /kete/ (from spelling rules) | Peru, masculine |
paquete is a masculine noun used to describe something that is packed. If you are in a formal context and wish to emphasize the act of sending or dispatching a package, you can use the word Envío. For a more affectionate or informal way to refer to a small or cute package, you can use the diminutive Paquetito.
Which one should you use?
While paquete is the standard term, bulto is an informal way to describe a package used in some parts of Latin America.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Peru, the colloquial or slang term kete is sometimes used to refer to a package.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of paquete is paquetes.
How do you pronounce it?
/paˈkete/
Did you know?
- In some Latin American contexts, paquete is used as a double entendre to refer to a large bulge in a man's trousers.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, calling a person a paquete is a common insult. It implies the person is a 'package' with nothing inside, meaning they are incompetent or useless.
- The word paquete was borrowed into Spanish from the French word paquet.
Examples in context
- Recibimos un gran paquete.We received a large package.This sentence shows how to use paquete to describe receiving a package.Tatoeba #1713431 by marcelostockle, translation #673769 by CK
- Tengo un paquete para Tom.I have a package for Tom.This sentence shows how to use paquete when someone has a package for another person.Tatoeba #3711434 by Shishir, translation #2358770 by CK
- Voy a desenvolver el paquete.I'm going to unwrap the package.This sentence shows how to use paquete in the context of unwrapping it.Tatoeba #2267221 by cueyayotl, translation #2267220 by _undertoad
- Tengo un paquete para entregar. ¿Dónde puedo dejarlo?I have a package to deliver. Where can I leave it?
- ¡Mira qué lindo paquetito! Seguro que hay algo especial dentro.Look at this cute little package! There must be something special inside.
- Pasé por la oficina de correos a recoger mi bulto.I went to the post office to pick up my package.
- ¿Dónde puedo dejar esta caja? Es un regalo para María.Where can I leave this package? It's a gift for María.
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Example conversation
Sofía and Mateo are at home in the living room.
- Sofía¿Viste el paquete que llegó hoy?Did you see the package that arrived today?
- MateoSí, lo puse en la entrada.Yes, I put it in the entrance.
- SofíaGracias, Mateo, por ayudarme.Thank you, Mateo, for helping me.
- MateoDe nada, Sofía, no es nada.You're welcome, Sofia, it's nothing.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “package” translations and entries paquete, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries paquete, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
