Plomero (en. Plumber)

/ploˈmeɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Professional who performs plumbing work, such as the installation and maintenance of water systems.

Example Sentence: The plumber arrived to fix the leak in the kitchen.

El plomero llegó a arreglar la fuga en la cocina.

Definition: Person who handles pipes in buildings and homes.

Example Sentence: We need a plumber to install the new sink.

Necesitamos un plomero para instalar el nuevo lavabo.

Definition: Specialist in solving water and drainage-related problems.

Example Sentence: The plumber recommends cleaning the pipes periodically.

El plomero recomienda limpiar las tuberías cada cierto tiempo.

Etymology/Origin: Comes from the Spanish term 'plomo', related to the construction of pipes made of this material.

Common Phrase: to do plumbing

Meaning: To carry out plumbing work.

hacer plomería

Common Phrase: to call the plumber

Meaning: To contact a professional for plumbing repairs.

llamar al plomero

Common Phrase: emergency plumbing

Meaning: Urgent pipe repair service.

plomería de emergencia

Related Word: plumbing

Description: Work or installation done by a plumber.

fontanería

Related Word: pipe

Description: A conduit used to transport fluids.

tubería

Related Word: drainage

Description: A system that allows the evacuation of wastewater.

drenaje

Slang Meaning: Pipe.

Slang Example: That plumber is always talking about pipe.

Ese plomero se la pasa hablando de pipa.

Slang Meaning: Powerful.

Slang Example: That plumber is the most powerful in repairs.

Ese plomero es el más poderoso en reparaciones.