How to Say "Walker" in Spanish

andador

/andaˈdoɾ/

In Spanish, the word for walker is andador.

While andador can mean a person who walks, it is most commonly used to refer to the mobility aid (the walker) itself.

Meaning: person who walks (noun)

What does it mean word for word?

The word is derived from the verb andar (to walk) and the suffix -dor, which denotes one who does something.

In many parts of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia and Argentina, the term caminador(a) is used to mean walker.

The plural form of andador is andadores.

/andaˈdoɾ/

The verb andar can be used in slang to describe someone's current state of mind, such as in the phrase anda loco to mean 'he is acting crazy'.
The suffix -dor in andador is a direct descendant of the Latin '-tor', which is the same linguistic ancestor used to create English words like 'actor' or 'visitor'.
In many Spanish-speaking countries, an andador refers to a baby walker, not just a mobility aid for adults.

Esa mujer prefiere usar para caminar un carrito de niños mejor que un andador.
That woman prefers to use a baby stroller to help her walk, rather than a walker.
This sentence is useful for comparing the use of a baby stroller with an andador.
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Disfruto dar largos paseos en el parque
I enjoy taking long walks in the park
Él es un caminante entusiasta
He is an avid walker

Sofía and Daniel are visiting a medical supply store.

Sofía

Mira Daniel, este andador parece muy resistente.
Look Daniel, this walker looks very sturdy.
Daniel

Tienes razón, es perfecto para tu abuela.
You are right, it is perfect for your grandmother.
Sofía

Creo que el andador gris es el mejor.
I think the gray walker is the best one.
Daniel

De acuerdo, vamos a comprar ese.
Agreed, let's buy that one.

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