Spanish Phrase
En esta estación puedes entrar sin subir escalones.
Meaning
The sentence means that at this particular station you are able to go inside without having to climb any steps. It emphasizes the accessibility of the location, often referring to elevators, ramps, or level entrances.
When to use
Use this phrase when describing a station (train, subway, bus, etc.) that offers step‑free access, especially when helping someone with mobility concerns or when highlighting the convenience of a location.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Enestaestaciónpuedesentrarsinsubirescalones.
Preposition "En" + location
"En" is used to indicate where something happens; here it introduces the specific station.
Demonstrative "esta"
"Esta" agrees in gender and number with "estación" (feminine singular).
Modal verb "puedes"
"Puedes" is the second‑person singular present of "poder", expressing ability.
Infinitive after modal
After "puedes", the infinitive "entrar" follows directly without "a".
"sin" + infinitive
"Sin" is followed by another infinitive ("subir") to express doing something without performing another action.
Noun "escalones"
"Escalones" is a masculine plural noun meaning "steps"; it matches the verb "subir".
🗨In Conversation
¿Sabes si la estación de metro tiene acceso para sillas de ruedas?
Do you know if the subway station has wheelchair access?
Sí, en esta estación puedes entrar sin subir escalones.
Yes, at this station you can enter without climbing steps.
✕Common Mistakes
En esta estación puedes entrar sin bajar escalones.
"Subir" means to go up; the correct verb for the context is "subir" but paired with "escalones" it’s fine. The common error is to use "bajar" (to go down) which changes the meaning.
En esta estación puedes entrar subir escalones.
Learners sometimes omit the preposition "sin" and say "entrar subir escalones", which is ungrammatical.
↔Alternatives
En esta estación puedes acceder sin subir escalones.
At this station you can access without climbing steps.
Esta estación tiene entrada sin escalones.
This station has a step‑free entrance.
Puedes entrar a esta estación sin usar escaleras.
You can enter this station without using stairs.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking cities, public transport authorities are required to provide step‑free access in newer stations. When you mention "sin subir escalones" you’re signaling that the station complies with accessibility laws, which is especially appreciated by older adults, parents with strollers, and travelers with luggage.