Aspiradora (en. Vacuum cleaner)

/as.pi.ɾaˈðo.ɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Machine that uses a fan to suck up dirt and dust.
I used the vacuum to clean the carpet.
Usé la aspiradora para limpiar la alfombra.
Device that connects to electricity and has a bag or container to store waste.
The vacuum quickly filled up with dog hair.
La aspiradora se llenó rápidamente de pelo de perro.
Essential tool in modern home cleaning.
Having a good vacuum makes cleaning easier.
Tener una buena aspiradora hace que la limpieza sea más fácil.

Etymology

From the verb 'aspire' with the suffix '-ador' indicating an agent or tool.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to vacuum
Cleaning the floor using a vacuum.
pasar la aspiradora
handheld vacuum
Small and portable vacuum for cleaning in difficult places.
aspiradora de mano
robotic vacuum
Autonomous device that vacuums the floor without human intervention.
aspiradora robótica

Related Words

to suck
Act of inhaling or sucking.
asiprar
cleaning
Process of removing dirt or waste.
limpieza
dust
Small particles that accumulate on surfaces.
polvo

Slang Meanings

Sucker
That sucker does an excellent job of removing dust.
Esa chupador hace un excelente trabajo eliminando el polvo.
Dust machine
I'm going to use the dust machine to clean the living room.
Voy a usar la máquina del polvo para limpiar la sala.
Dust eater
Don't forget to vacuum the dust eater before the guests arrive.
No olvides pasar el traga polvo antes de que lleguen los invitados.