English–Spanish

“nut” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtweɾka/

Example

¿Dónde está la tuerca que falta?

Where is the missing nut?

Illustration for tuerca (nut)

How to say “nut” in Spanish

“Nut” in Spanish is tuerca.

Small threaded metal part that mates with a screw or bolt to hold parts together.

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

Example sentences with tuerca

Siempre aprieta la tuerca después de montar la rueda.

Always tighten the nut after mounting the wheel.

Tips for using tuerca

  • In everyday speech speakers often say 'tuerca y tornillo' for the fastener pair, so name both pieces when specifying a missing or matching part.

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