Aparatos (en. Devices)

/apaˈɾatos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of devices or machines that perform a function.
Electronic devices have changed the way we communicate.
Los aparatos electrónicos han cambiado la forma en que comunicamos.
Everyday instruments, such as home appliances.
In the kitchen, we have many useful appliances such as the blender and the microwave.
En la cocina, tenemos muchos aparatos útiles como la batidora y el microondas.
Complex equipment used in industries or laboratories.
Medical devices are essential in hospitals.
Los aparatos médicos son esenciales en los hospitales.

Etymology

From Latin 'apparatus', meaning 'prepared, disposed'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

kitchen appliances
Devices used for cooking.
aparatos de cocina
technological devices
Electronic equipment that facilitates tasks.
aparatos tecnológicos
gym equipment
Equipment used for exercising.
aparatos de gimnasia

Related Words

device
An element that has a specific function.
dispositivo
machine
A set of parts that perform a job.
máquina
appliance
A device that operates with electricity at home.
electrodoméstico

Slang Meanings

Refers to electronic devices in an informal context.
At the party, there were only gadgets and music.
En la fiesta solo había aparatos y música.
Colloquial use to talk about complicated or convoluted things.
That task sounds like complete nonsense.
Esa tarea suena a puro aparato.