English–Spanish

“device” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsodispositivo

Pronunciation

IPA/apaˈɾato/

Example

¿Puedes encender el aparato?

Can you turn on the device?

Illustration for aparato (device)

How to say “device” in Spanish

“Device” in Spanish is aparato.

Assembled machine or unit of parts that performs a practical function.

Full entry for aparato: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with aparato

El aparato dejó de funcionar ayer.

The device stopped working yesterday.

Tips for using aparato

  • When referring to switching one on, Spanish typically uses verbs like encender, as in ¿Cómo se enciende este aparato?

Other Spanish words for “device”

Este dispositivo necesita batería.

This device requires a battery.

“device” in other languages