Máquinas (en. Machines)

ma-qui-nas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Objects that use energy to perform work.
The machines in the factory improve production.
Las máquinas en la fábrica mejoran la producción.
Instruments that facilitate some task or process.
Coffee machines are very popular in offices.
Las máquinas de café son muy populares en las oficinas.
Equipment designed to automate a process.
Construction machines are essential for large projects.
Las máquinas de construcción son esenciales en grandes obras.

Etymology

From Latin 'machina', meaning device or instrument.

Common Phrases and Expressions

war machine
Refers to a set of forces or resources used for combat.
máquina de guerra
vending machine
Device that automatically sells products.
máquina expendedora
to work like a machine
To perform a task efficiently and consistently.
trabajar como una máquina

Related Words

mechanism
Set of moving parts that work together.
mecanismo
automatic
Refers to a process that is carried out automatically.
automática
robot
Programmable machine that performs tasks autonomously.
robot

Slang Meanings

Very hard-working or efficient person.
That girl is a machine; she always finishes her tasks on time.
Esa chica es una máquina, siempre termina sus tareas a tiempo.
Comment about someone who plays a prominent role in some area.
The new player is a machine on the court.
El nuevo jugador es una máquina en la cancha.