Spanish word

mecánico

Pronunciation

IPA/meˈkaniko/

Meaning

  • masculine nounmechanic

Example

Mi coche no arranca. Voy a llamar a un mecánico.

My car won't start; I'm going to call a mechanic.

Illustration for mecánico (mechanic)

More examples

Un mecánico a domicilio arregló el coche en casa.

A mobile mechanic fixed the car at home.

Core concept

Person repairing a car engine in a workshop.

Common phrases

  • ir al mecánico

    go to the mechanic

  • llamar al mecánico

    call the mechanic

  • mecánico a domicilio

    mobile mechanic

Similar words

técnico: Troubleshoots and fixes problems in machinery and technical systems.
reparador: Mends broken objects and carries out hands-on repairs.
electricista: Works on building electrical systems, wiring, and appliances.
ingeniero: Plans technical solutions and develops designs for engineering projects.

Definition in Spanish

Profesional dedicado a arreglar máquinas y motores en talleres, especialmente centrado en vehículos.

Word origin

From Greek μηχανικός via Latin mechanicus, meaning 'of machines', the word entered Spanish as mecánico for a professional who fixes machines and engines.

Usage tips

  • Spanish uses taller for the repair shop and mecánico for the person, and many signs say taller mecánico to mean an auto repair shop.

Related words

  • mecanizarmechanizeverb

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