Spanish word

mochila

Pronunciation

IPA/moˈtʃila/

Meaning

  • feminine nounbackpack

Example

Mi mochila está muy pesada hoy.

My backpack is very heavy today.

Illustration for mochila (backpack)

More examples

Compré una mochila nueva para la escuela.

I bought a new backpack for school.

Core concept

Fabric or leather bag with shoulder straps worn on the back.

Common phrases

  • poner la mochila

    put the backpack down

  • comprar una mochila

    buy a backpack

Similar words

bolsa: Simple carrying bag for purchases or casual use, typically lightweight.
bolso: Compact handbag for essentials like wallet and phone, carried by hand or worn on the shoulder.
maleta: Sturdy, often rectangular suitcase for transporting clothing on trips.
morral: Casual one-strap shoulder bag, usually made of cloth and worn to the side.

Definition in Spanish

Objeto portátil, generalmente de tela o cuero, sujeto con tirantes para llevar objetos sobre la espalda.

Word origin

Recorded in medieval Spanish as mochela, mochila developed in Romance as a diminutive for a small pouch, and its ultimate origin is uncertain.

Usage tips

  • The noun is feminine (la mochila) and often appears with a purpose word, for example mochila escolar or mochila de viaje.

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