How to Say ‘A deposit’ in Spain Spanish
Una señal
OO-nah seh-NYAHL
[OO-nah seh-NYAHL]
💬 Usage Tip: señal usually means "sign" or "signal", but in bookings it means the deposit. You'll also hear paga y señal for a down payment.
Phrase Breakdown
Una
[OO-nah]
a
An article introducing a feminine singular noun.
Busco una cultura cercana y humana.
I’m looking for a close and humane culture.
señal
[seh-NYAHL]
deposit
Money paid in advance to secure a booking.
Hay que dejar una señal.
You have to leave a deposit.
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