How do you say "I would like to make a reservation." in Spain Spanish?

"I would like to make a reservation." in Spain Spanish is "Quisiera hacer una reserva.". This phrase is commonly used in Spain.

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How to Say ‘I would like to make a reservation.’ in Spain Spanish

Q: What does "Quisiera hacer una reserva." mean in English?

"Quisiera hacer una reserva." means "I would like to make a reservation." in English. Usage tip: [Quisiera] is a polite way to say what you want, softer than a direct [quiero]. You can reuse the pattern with other verbs: [quisiera pedir...] or [quisiera cambiar la hora].

Quisiera hacer una reserva.

kee-SYEH-rah ah-SEHR OO-nah reh-SEHR-bah

[kee-SYEH-rah ah-SEHR OO-nah reh-SEHR-bah]

💬 Usage Tip: [Quisiera] is a polite way to say what you want, softer than a direct [quiero]. You can reuse the pattern with other verbs: [quisiera pedir...] or [quisiera cambiar la hora].

Phrase Breakdown

Quisiera

[kee-SYEH-rah]

I would like

A polite way to say what you want, often used in restaurants, hotels, and shops.

Example

Por teléfono, quisiera confirmar una mesa para esta noche.

On the phone, I would like to confirm a table for tonight.

hacer

[ah-SEHR]

to make / to do

A very common verb; in this context, it means to make a reservation.

Example

Quiero hacer una reserva para cuatro personas.

I want to make a reservation for four people.

una

[OO-nah]

a / one

An indefinite article used before a singular feminine noun, like reserva.

Example

Necesito una mesa cerca de la ventana.

I need a table near the window.

reserva

[reh-SEHR-bah]

reservation

A booking for a table at a restaurant.

Example

La reserva está hecha a nombre de García.

The reservation is made under the name García.

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