Cables (en. Cables)

/ˈka.βles/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Electric wires that allow the conduction of current.
The electrical installation cables are hidden behind the walls.
Los cables de la instalación eléctrica están ocultos tras las paredes.
Sets of wires or filaments that serve for the transmission of signals.
Network cables allow the connection to the Internet.
Los cables de red permiten la conexión a Internet.
Conductors used in the industry for various applications.
Steel cables are essential in the construction of bridges.
Los cables de acero son esenciales en la construcción de puentes.

Etymology

From the Latin 'capulum', which means 'fabric'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ground wire
Connection to a grounding system to prevent electrical shocks.
cable a tierra
coaxial cable
Cable used to transmit television and data signals.
cable coaxial
power cord
Cable that supplies electricity to a device.
cable de alimentación

Related Words

connector
Element that allows two cables to be joined to transmit electricity or data.
conector
plug
Device that allows the connection of a cable to a power outlet.
enchufe
network
Set of interconnected cables and devices for communication.
red

Slang Meanings

Cash
I need cash to pay the bill.
Necesito cables para pagar la cuenta.
Connection or link with someone
I have connections in that company, I can get you the job.
Tengo cables en esa empresa, puedo conseguirte el trabajo.