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    Pieza (en. Part)

    /ˈpjeθa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Part of a whole that can be independent or part of a set.
    The machine works thanks to each piece that composes it.
    La máquina funciona gracias a cada pieza que la compone.
    Object used in certain contexts, especially in games or sports.
    In chess, each player has sixteen pieces.
    En el ajedrez, cada jugador tiene dieciséis piezas.
    Work or composition, especially in art or literature.
    This theatrical piece has been highly acclaimed by critics.
    Esta pieza teatral ha sido muy aclamada por la crítica.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pietsa', which means 'part' or 'fragment'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    key piece
    Fundamental or essential element in a process.
    pieza clave
    no piece is superfluous
    Every element is necessary in the whole.
    no hay pieza que sobre
    to make a piece
    To create or produce a specific object or work.
    hacer una pieza

    Related Words

    masterpiece
    Work of great quality or virtuosity.
    pieza maestra
    play
    Written text intended to be performed by actors.
    pieza de teatro

    Slang Meanings

    Attractive or interesting person.
    That girl is a piece; everyone looks at her at the party.
    Esa chica es una pieza; todos la miran en la fiesta.
    Valuable or significant thing.
    That guitar is a piece worth a lot of money.
    Esa guitarra es una pieza que vale mucho dinero.