Automático (en. Automatic)
/autoˈma.ti.ko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to a process or mechanism that is carried out automatically.
The door opens automatically when approached.
La puerta se abre de manera automática al acercarse.
Operates without the need for constant human intervention.
The surveillance system is automatic and records 24 hours a day.
El sistema de vigilancia es automático y graba las 24 horas.
Executed in a pre-established manner without requiring new instructions.
Software updates are automatic.
Las actualizaciones del software son automáticas.
Etymology
From the Greek 'automatos', which means 'moving by itself'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
automatic operation
Operation that is carried out without external intervention.
funcionamiento automático
automatic mode
Configuration that allows operation without manual adjustments.
modo automático
automatic piloting
System that allows navigation without direct pilot intervention.
pilotaje automático
Related Words
automation
Process of controlling a system or machine using technology.
automación
automatization
Application of automatic methods to carry out tasks or processes.
automatización
autonomy
Ability to operate independently.
autonomía
Slang Meanings
Acts without thinking or reflecting.
He just follows orders, he's so automatic.
Solo sigue ordenes, es tan automático.
Used to describe someone who does things without enthusiasm.
Today I'm automatic, I just want to finish the work.
Hoy estoy automático, solo quiero terminar el trabajo.