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    Helicóptero (en. Helicopter)

    /elikóptero/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Aircraft that stays in the air by the thrust of rotors.
    The helicopter flew over the city.
    El helicóptero sobrevoló la ciudad.
    Aircraft used for transport or rescue.
    The rescue helicopter quickly arrived at the accident.
    El helicóptero de rescate llegó rápidamente al accidente.
    Flying machine that allows maneuvers in confined spaces.
    Flying a helicopter requires a lot of practice.
    Pilotar un helicóptero requiere mucha práctica.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'helix' (helix) and 'pteron' (wing).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    combat helicopter
    Type of helicopter designed for military operations.
    helicóptero de combate
    rescue helicopter
    Helicopter used to save people in emergency situations.
    helicóptero de rescate
    take the helicopter
    Expression that refers to opting to travel by helicopter.
    tomar el helicóptero

    Related Words

    rotor
    Device that provides lift and propulsion in aircraft.
    hélice
    pilot
    Person who operates a helicopter or airplane.
    piloto
    airline
    Company that offers air transport services.
    aerolínea

    Slang Meanings

    Big-head
    Defines a helicopter in an informal context by its shape.
    Define a un helicóptero en un contexto informal por su forma.
    Chopper
    Colloquial term in English that is also used in Spanish to refer to a helicopter.
    Término coloquial en inglés que se usa también en español para referirse a un helicóptero.