Tire (en. Pull)

ti-re

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Circular rubber object that is mounted on vehicle wheels.
The mechanic changed the flat tire of the car.
El mecánico cambió el tire pinchado del coche.
Tire that provides support and traction on the road.
We need to buy new tires for the bicycle.
Necesitamos comprar nuevos tires para la bicicleta.
Tire used in motor sports competitions.
Racing tires are designed to provide greater grip.
Los tires de carrera están diseñados para ofrecer mayor adherencia.

Etymology

From the English 'tire', which comes from the verb 'to tire' related to covering and wrapping.

Common Phrases and Expressions

change a tire
Replacing a damaged tire.
cambiar un tire
spare tire
Additional tire in case one gets punctured.
tire de repuesto
summer tire
Tire specifically designed for warm climates.
tire de verano

Related Words

tire
Circular object that can hold air, used in vehicles.
neumático
rim
The metal rim where the tire is mounted.
llanta
wheel
Disc that rotates to allow a vehicle to move.
rueda

Slang Meanings

Burnt tire
The 'burnt tire' refers to a tire that has undergone significant wear.
El 'tire quemado' se refiere a un neumático que ha sido sometido a un gran desgaste.
Take someone for another tire
When someone says 'take someone for another tire', it means to give someone a ride.
Cuando alguien te dice 'llevar a otro tire', significa que te lleven a un lugar en coche.