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    Martillo (en. Hammer)

    /maʁˈtiʎo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Hand tool with a heavy end, usually made of metal, used to hit objects.
    The carpenter used a hammer to drive in the nails.
    El carpintero utilizaba un martillo para clavar los clavos.
    War hammer; an ancient weapon used in combat.
    The warrior wielded an impressive war hammer.
    El guerrero empuñaba un martillo de guerra impresionante.
    Judge's hammer; an object that symbolizes judicial authority.
    The judge struck the hammer to commence the session.
    El juez golpeó el martillo para dar inicio a la sesión.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'martellus', which means hammer.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to hit it with the hammer
    To act with firmness or determination.
    dar con el martillo
    hammer in hand
    Ready to work or act.
    martillo en mano
    to hit with the hammer
    To attack or criticize strongly.
    golpear con el martillo

    Related Words

    nail
    Metallic element with a point used to join materials.
    clavo
    tool
    Instrument used to perform a specific job.
    herramienta
    carpentry
    Art and technique of working with wood.
    carpintería

    Slang Meanings

    Figurative use to refer to a rough person or one who acts forcefully.
    That guy is a hammer, he is always breaking everything.
    Ese tipo es un martillo, siempre está rompiendo todo.
    Colloquial phrase to describe a tough or difficult situation.
    This week has been a hammer at work.
    Esta semana ha sido un martillo en el trabajo.