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    Mecánico (en. Mechanic)

    /meˈkaniko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person dedicated to the repair and maintenance of machines.
    I took my car to the mechanic because it has a problem with the engine.
    Llevé mi coche al mecánico porque tiene un problema en el motor.
    A type of machine or mechanism that performs a specific function.
    The watch's mechanism is very delicate and needs frequent adjustments.
    El mecánico del reloj es muy delicado y necesita ajustes frecuentes.
    A branch of engineering that deals with the study of machines and mechanisms.
    The student is specialized in applied mechanics.
    El estudiante está especializado en mecánica aplicada.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'mechanicus', which refers to anything related to machines.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in the hands of the mechanic
    It means that something is being repaired or adjusted.
    estar en manos del mecánico
    automobile mechanic
    Technician who repairs vehicles.
    mecánico de automóviles
    professional mechanic
    A person with specific training in the field of mechanics.
    mecánico profesional

    Related Words

    mechanics
    Science that studies the motion and equilibrium of bodies.
    mecánica
    mechanism
    Set of parts that interact with each other to produce motion.
    mecanismo
    machine
    Device that converts energy into work.
    máquina

    Slang Meanings

    Mechanic who works on the street
    That mechanic on the corner always has good prices for his services.
    Ese mecánico de la esquina siempre tiene buen precio por sus servicios.
    Trustworthy mechanic
    My cousin is a trustworthy mechanic; he always does a good job.
    Mi primo es un mecánico de confianza, siempre me deja las cosas bien.