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How to Say "I lost my passport" in Spanish
Learn to say 'I lost my passport' in Spanish for travel emergencies and reporting lost documents.
Perdí mi pasaporte.
pehr-DEE mee pah-sah-POHR-tehneutral
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Use this phrase when you realize your passport is missing, especially when you need to report it to authorities like the police or your embassy.
Alternatives
- Se me perdió el pasaporte.Emphasizes the accidental nature of the loss.
- No encuentro mi pasaporte.Softer way to say you can't find it, implying it might still be nearby.
Ways to get it wrong
Using 'perder' for 'to miss' (a person)
While 'perder' means 'to lose', for missing a person, you'd use 'echar de menos' or 'extrañar'.
Confusing 'pasaporte' with 'pasajero'
'Pasaporte' is your passport; 'pasajero' means passenger.
A small cultural note
In many Spanish-speaking countries, losing official documents like passports requires reporting it to the police to get a formal statement, which is often needed for replacement.
Frequently asked
What's the best way to report a lost passport in Spanish?
Start with 'Perdí mi pasaporte' and then explain the circumstances to the authorities. You may need to ask for a police report ('denuncia policial').
How do I say 'I think I lost my passport' in Spanish?
You can say 'Creo que perdí mi pasaporte' or 'Pienso que perdí mi pasaporte'. This expresses uncertainty about the loss.
What if I lost my passport at the airport?
Say 'Perdí mi pasaporte en el aeropuerto' and then try to describe where you think it happened.
