Coche: car
Pronunciation: KOH-cheh (stress the capital letters)
Coche means “car” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: car
- How to say it: KOH-cheh
- Gender: el coche
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “coche” means and how to use it
Coche means “car.” It is the standard word in Spain and is understood in many parts of Latin America, where carro and auto are also common.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el coche (masculine)
- Plural: los coches
Examples with audio
- Mi coche es azul.My car is blue.
- Necesito lavar el coche.I need to wash the car.
- Compramos un coche nuevo.We bought a new car.
Usage tip
Other words for “car” include carro (Colombia, Central America, the Caribbean) and auto (Argentina, Chile, Uruguay). All of them are understood in most places.
Spanish around the world
- Car: “coche” (Spain, Mexico, others), “carro” (Colombia, Venezuela, Central America, the Caribbean), “auto” (Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Peru). All three are understood.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “car” in Spanish?
“car” in Spanish is “coche.” It is pronounced KOH-cheh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “coche”?
Say KOH-cheh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “coche” masculine or feminine?
Coche is masculine: “el coche.” The plural is “coches.”
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