Piezas (en. Parts)

/pjeθas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Portions or elements that make up an object.
The puzzle has many pieces.
El rompecabezas tiene muchas piezas.
Parts of a mechanism or machine.
I need to buy spare parts for the printer.
Necesito comprar piezas de repuesto para la impresora.
Each of the parts that make up a set.
The chess pieces are of different colors.
Las piezas de ajedrez son de diferentes colores.

Etymology

From the Latin 'pars', meaning part.

Common Phrases and Expressions

works of art
Works of art in the form of fragments or parts.
piezas de arte
collectible items
Objects that are collected, typically of value.
piezas de colección
loose pieces
Parts that are not joined or assembled.
piezas sueltas

Related Words

key piece
Fundamental element in a system or mechanism.
pieza clave
masterpiece
Object or element of great value or uniqueness.
pieza maestra
theatrical piece
Dramatic work performed by actors.
pieza de teatro

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term for referring to an attractive girl.
That girl is a piece.
Esa chica es una pieza.
In the context of football, it refers to a key player.
That forward is the key piece of the team.
Ese delantero es la pieza fundamental del equipo.