Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
How to Say Fire Hydrant in Spanish
Hidrante · noun · ee-DRAHN-teh
The Spanish word for fire hydrant is 'hidrante,' short for 'hidrante de incendios.' In Spain, the term 'boca de incendios' is more common. Both refer to the street-level water supply point used by firefighters.
Pronounce it as ee-DRAHN-teh, with three syllables and the stress on the second. The 'h' is silent in Spanish.
No estaciones el carro frente al hidrante.
Don't park the car in front of the fire hydrant.
fire hydrant in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for fire hydrant, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| hidrante | fire hydrant | ee-DRAHN-teh | Default, widely understood |
| boca de incendios | fire hydrant | Spain | |
| grifo de incendios | fire hydrant | some regions |
How Native Speakers Use Hidrante
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Parking rules
Te van a multar si te estacionas junto al hidrante.
You'll get a fine if you park next to the fire hydrant.
Warning about parking violations.
Emergency response
Los bomberos conectaron la manguera al hidrante.
The firefighters connected the hose to the fire hydrant.
Describing a firefighting operation.
City infrastructure
Instalaron una nueva boca de incendios en la esquina.
They installed a new fire hydrant on the corner.
Discussing neighborhood improvements.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Hidrante
Literal translation attempt
Incorrect: No estaciones cerca del hydrant de fuego.
Correct: No estaciones cerca del hidrante.
'Hydrant de fuego' is a literal English-to-Spanish translation that does not exist. The correct term is simply 'hidrante' or 'hidrante de incendios.'
Missing silent h
Incorrect: El idrante está roto.
Correct: El hidrante está roto.
Though the 'h' is silent, it must be included in the spelling. 'Hidrante' comes from the Greek root 'hydro' (water).
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Common Questions About fire hydrant in Spanish
- What is the difference between hidrante and boca de incendios?
- Both terms refer to the same device, but 'hidrante' is the more universal Latin American term, while 'boca de incendios' is the preferred expression in Spain.
- How do you say firefighter in Spanish?
- A firefighter is called 'bombero' (masculine) or 'bombera' (feminine) in Spanish, derived from 'bomba' (pump), referring to the water pumps used in firefighting.
- Is it illegal to park near a fire hydrant in Spanish-speaking countries?
- Parking near a 'hidrante' or 'boca de incendios' is prohibited in virtually all Spanish-speaking countries, and fines or towing are enforced to ensure emergency access.