Prototipo (en. Prototype)
/pɾototi.po/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A model used to test and validate a concept or design.
The prototype of the new car was presented at the fair.
El prototipo del nuevo coche fue presentado en la feria.
An example or sample that serves as a reference for similar items.
The prototype of modern architecture is found in this building.
El prototipo de la arquitectura moderna se encuentra en este edificio.
The first specimen that serves as a model for mass production.
The prototype of the phone was a success in the market.
El prototipo del teléfono fue un éxito en el mercado.
Etymology
From the Greek πρότυπον (prótupón), meaning 'model' or 'example'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make a prototype
To create an initial version of a product for testing.
hacer un prototipo
design prototype
A model that illustrates the design of an object.
prototipo de diseño
functional prototype
A prototype that not only looks good but also works.
prototipo funcional
Related Words
model
Representation or example of something.
modelo
sample
Specimen that represents a set.
muestra
concept
Idea or notion one has about something.
concepto
Slang Meanings
Class prototype
That car is the class prototype that everyone wants to have.
Ese coche es el prototipo de clase que todos quieren tener.
Performance prototype
His performance in the last project made him the performance prototype of the team.
Su rendimiento en el último proyecto lo convirtió en el prototipo de desempeño del equipo.