English–Spanish
“engine” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/moˈtoɾ/
Example
El motor del coche funciona bien.
The car's engine works well.
How to say “engine” in Spanish
“Engine” in Spanish is motor.
Device inside a vehicle or machine that provides the power to move other components.
Example sentences with motor
Si oyes ruido, revisa el motor.
If you hear noise, check the engine.
Tips for using motor
- For abstract senses of 'driving force' Spanish often prefers words like impulso or fuerza motriz rather than motor.