Generador (en. Generator)
/xe.ne.ɾa.ðoɾ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Device that transforms mechanical energy into electrical energy.
The wind generator harnesses wind energy.
El generador eólico aprovecha la energía del viento.
Person who generates or produces something.
That company is a job generator in the region.
Esa empresa es un generador de empleo en la región.
Element in a system that produces a specific result.
The group's idea generator has been very effective.
El generador de ideas del grupo ha sido muy efectivo.
Etymology
From Latin 'generare', which means 'to produce, create'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
power generator
Machine that produces electrical energy.
generador de energía
idea generator
Person or element that produces new ideas.
generador de ideas
job generator
Environment or company that creates job opportunities.
generador de empleo
Related Words
generation
Process of producing something, especially energy.
generación
energy
Ability to perform work; it is generated through various processes.
energía
machine
Device that uses energy to perform a specific job.
máquina
Slang Meanings
Portable generator
For camping, we brought a portable generator.
Para acampar, llevamos un generador portátil.
Gossip generator
That group of friends is a gossip generator.
Ese grupo de amigos es un generador de chismes.