Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Maleta: suitcase
maleta
Pronunciation: mah-LEH-tah (stress the capital letters)
Maleta means “suitcase” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: suitcase
- How to say it: mah-LEH-tah
- Gender: la maleta
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “maleta” means and how to use it
Maleta means “suitcase.” Hacer la maleta means “to pack your suitcase.”
Gender and plural
- Gender: la maleta (feminine)
- Plural: las maletas
Examples with audio
- Mi maleta es muy pesada.My suitcase is very heavy.
- Hago la maleta esta noche.I am packing my suitcase tonight.
- ¿Dónde recojo mi maleta?Where do I pick up my suitcase?
Usage tip
Do not confuse maleta (suitcase) with “maletín” (briefcase). In Spain “hacer las maletas” is the usual way to say “to pack.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “suitcase” in Spanish?
“suitcase” in Spanish is “maleta.” It is pronounced mah-LEH-tah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “maleta”?
Say mah-LEH-tah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “maleta” masculine or feminine?
Maleta is feminine: “la maleta.” The plural is “maletas.”
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