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    Traste (en. Fret)

    /ˈtɾaste/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Part or element of an object that serves a specific function.
    The fret of the musical instrument is essential for producing melodies.
    El traste del instrumento musical es fundamental para producir melodías.
    Difficulty or annoyance caused by something.
    I always have a hassle when I try to fix my car.
    Siempre tengo un traste cuando intento arreglar mi coche.
    In the context of the guitar, it refers to the divisions of the neck.
    The guitarist pressed the chord on the third fret.
    El guitarrista presionó el acorde en el tercer traste.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'tractus', meaning 'to pull' or 'to drag'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to mess up
    To destroy or ruin something.
    dar traste
    to get involved in a mess
    To interrupt or interfere in someone else's matter.
    meterse en un traste
    no problem that can't be solved
    There is no problem without a solution.
    no hay traste que no se resuelva

    Related Words

    storage room
    A place where unused objects are stored.
    trastero
    to fiddle with
    To manipulate or move things carelessly.
    trastear
    fiddling
    Action of moving the frets or elements of an object.
    trasteo

    Slang Meanings

    Annoyance or minor problem.
    That guy is always a nuisance when he arrives at the party.
    Ese tipo siempre es un traste cuando llega a la fiesta.
    A person who interferes in others' affairs.
    Don't be a nuisance and let them talk alone.
    No seas traste y déjalos hablar a solas.