Spanish Conversation · Level 38
74 words
Spanish word
aparato
Pronunciation
IPA/apaˈɾato/
Meaning
- masculine noundevice
Example
¿Puedes encender el aparato?
Can you turn on the device?
More examples
El aparato dejó de funcionar ayer.
The device stopped working yesterday.
Core concept
Assembled machine or unit of parts that performs a practical function.
Common phrases
encender el aparato
turn on the device
aparato electrónico
electronic device
aparato doméstico
domestic appliance
Similar words
máquina: Powered machine that uses mechanical force or motors to perform work or process materials.
equipo: Set or system of multiple machines or instruments functioning together as a single unit.
electrodoméstico: Electric appliance intended for household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, or laundry.
dispositivo: Small electronic apparatus designed to perform a specific operation or control.
Definition in Spanish
Objeto o conjunto de piezas hecho para cumplir una función práctica, especialmente aparatos eléctricos o mecánicos de uso cotidiano.
Word origin
It derives from Latin apparatus, literally 'prepared', and in Spanish denotes constructed equipment or an appliance.
Usage tips
- When referring to switching one on, Spanish typically uses verbs like encender, as in ¿Cómo se enciende este aparato?
Other meanings
- appliancenoun
Related words
- aparatosoostentatiousadjective
- aparatosidadostentationnoun