Computadora (en. Computer)

/kompu.taˈðoɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Device that receives, stores, and processes data.
The computer is used to perform office tasks.
La computadora se utiliza para realizar tareas de oficina.
Essential tool for accessing the internet.
I need a computer to search for information online.
Necesito una computadora para buscar información en línea.
Equipment that allows programming and running software.
Programmers spend hours in front of their computers.
Los programadores pasan horas frente a su computadora.

Etymology

From the English term 'computer', which comes from the Latin 'computare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

laptop
Compact and portable device that functions as a computer.
computadora portátil
change computers
Getting rid of an old computer and acquiring a new one.
cambiar de computadora
difficulties with the computer
Technical or operational problems with the device.
dificultades con la computadora

Related Words

software
Set of programs that allow the computer to operate.
software
hardware
Physical components that make up a computer.
hardware
network
Connection of computers for information exchange.
red

Slang Meanings

Compu
I'm going to check my compu to finish the work.
Voy a revisar mi compu para terminar el trabajo.
Laptog
I need a new laptog for university.
Necesito una laptog nueva para la universidad.
Maquinola
My maquinola is getting slow.
Mi maquinola se está volviendo lenta.