What is the Spanish word for "capsize"?

Learn how to say "capsize" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

capsize

Spanish

volcar

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Alternative translations of "capsize"

hundir
voltearse

Examples of how to use "capsize" in Spanish

English
Big waves nearly capsized our small boat.
Spanish
Las olas grandes casi volcaron nuestro pequeño barco.
English
Small boats often capsize in storms.
Spanish
Los barcos pequeños a menudo vuelcan en las tormentas.
English
The fishing boat capsized yesterday.
Spanish
El barco de pesca volcó ayer.
English
They are capsizing the old canoe now.
Spanish
Ahora están volcando la vieja canoa.
English
She has capsized once and learned safety.
Spanish
Ella ha volcado una vez y aprendió sobre seguridad.

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