Batería (en. Battery)
/bateˈɾia/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of electrochemical cells that store and provide energy.
The car's battery was completely drained.
La batería del coche se descargó por completo.
A collection of percussion instruments.
The musician played the drums in the band.
El músico tocó la batería en la banda.
A set of kitchen utensils or tools.
I bought a set of pots for the kitchen.
Compré una batería de ollas para la cocina.
Etymology
From French 'batterie', meaning 'a set of components that strike'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cookware set
A set of utensils and containers for cooking.
batería de cocina
to charge the battery
To increase the energy of a battery.
cargar la batería
test battery
A set of tests or exercises to evaluate skills.
batería de pruebas
Related Words
accumulator
Device that stores electrical energy.
acumulador
electrochemistry
Study of the relationship between electricity and chemical processes.
electroquímica
percussions
Sound produced by striking an instrument.
percusiones
Slang Meanings
Battery as a synonym for energy.
I need to charge my battery before going out.
Necesito cargar mi batería antes de salir.
In the context of a musical band.
The battery was the highlight of the concert.
La batería fue lo más destacado del concierto.