Spanish Conversation · Level 163
30 words
Spanish word
remplazar
Pronunciation
IPA/remplaˈθaɾ/
Meaning
- verbreplace
Example
Tengo que remplazar la batería del mando.
I have to replace the battery in the remote control.
More examples
Voy a remplazar la bombilla del salón.
I'm going to replace the light bulb in the living room.
Core concept
Swapping a worn battery in a remote control for an identical new battery.
Common phrases
remplazar la batería
replace the battery
remplazar la bombilla
replace the light bulb
remplazar el filtro
replace the filter
Similar words
sustituir: Assigns another person or thing to perform a missing role or function.
cubrir: Temporarily takes on someone's job or duties to cover a gap.
ocupar: Occupies a vacant position or post, taking its place.
asumir: Accepts responsibility or a task and takes charge of it.
Definition in Spanish
Sustituir físicamente una pieza o elemento por otro equivalente para restaurar o mantener una función.
Word origin
From French remplacer, from re- 'again' + placer 'to place', originally meaning to put one thing in another's place.
Usage tips
- When talking about a physical exchange, speakers usually name the item first (for example, 'remplazar la batería') so the listener knows it is a part swap rather than an abstract replacement.