Válvulas (en. Valves)

[bal-bu-las]

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Mechanism that controls the flow of a fluid in a system.

Pressure valves are essential in this pipeline.

Las válvulas de presión son esenciales en esta tubería.

Structure that allows opening and closing the passage for a liquid or gas.

The escape valve was activated during the emergency.

La válvula de escape se activó durante la emergencia.

Elements used in engines to control the intake and exhaust of gases.

The engine valves need to be checked regularly.

Las válvulas del motor deben ser revisadas regularmente.

Instruments that can be manual or automatic to regulate flows.

We installed electric valves to automate the system.

Instalamos válvulas eléctricas para automatizar el sistema.

The word 'valve' comes from the Latin 'valvula', which means 'small door'.

close the valve

Stop the flow of a fluid.

cerrar la válvula

open the valve

Allow the passage of a fluid.

abrir la válvula

safety valve

Device that protects a high-pressure system.

válvula de seguridad

tap

Device that controls the discharge of a liquid.

grifo

pipe

Conduit through which liquids or gases flow.

tubería

hose

Flexible tube used to transport fluids.

manguera

A person who changes their mind quickly.

Don't be a valve, decide already.

No seas válvula, decide de una vez.

Refers to something that is not important or of little value.

That's a valve in the conversation.

Eso es una válvula en la conversación.