Tecnología (en. Technology)

/teknoloˈxia/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of methods, techniques, and processes used in the production of goods or services.
Modern technology has revolutionized the industry.
La tecnología moderna ha revolucionado la industria.
Study and application of electronic and mechanical devices.
Information technology is fundamental in today's world.
La tecnología de la información es fundamental en el mundo actual.
Use of scientific knowledge for the development of new tools.
Medical technology has advanced greatly in recent decades.
La tecnología médica ha avanzado enormemente en las últimas décadas.

Etymology

From the Greek 'techne', meaning 'art' or 'skill', and 'logia', meaning 'study' or 'science'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cutting-edge technology
Advanced and state-of-the-art technology.
tecnología de punta
accessible technology
Technology that is within everyone's reach.
tecnología accesible
information technology
Applied knowledge in computing and data management.
tecnología informática

Related Words

technicality
Specialized term related to a technique or technology.
tecnicismo
innovation
Introduction of innovations or improvements in products or processes.
innovación
digitization
Conversion of information into a digital format.
digitalización

Slang Meanings

Tech
The truth is I’m always looking for the latest in tech.
La verdad es que siempre estoy buscando lo último en tech.
Gadget
This gadget is amazing; it combines several technologies.
Este gadget es impresionante, combina varias tecnologías.
High-tech
My new computer is super high-tech.
Mi nueva computadora es súper high-tech.
Data
The data they collect is incredibly useful.
El data que recolectan es increíblemente útil.