"Autopropulsado" is an adjective used to describe vehicles or machinery that can propel themselves without the need for external power sources. The term is commonly used in both technical contexts, such as engineering and military, referring to various kinds of vehicles like tanks, missiles, and automated machinery. It is relatively frequent in both oral and written contexts, particularly in discussions about technology and transportation systems.
El nuevo sistema de defensa incluye un misil autopropulsado que puede cambiar de dirección en vuelo.
The new defense system includes a self-propelled missile that can change direction in flight.
Los tractores autopropulsados son más eficientes en el terreno agrícola.
Self-propelled tractors are more efficient in agricultural land.
La industria automotriz está desarrollando vehículos autopropulsados que utilizan energía solar.
The automotive industry is developing self-propelled vehicles that use solar energy.
While "autopropulsado" itself may not be part of many idiomatic expressions, it can relate to broader themes in technology and military engineering. Below are some idiomatic sentences that incorporate the concept of self-propulsion:
Ese robot es tan avanzado que se mueve de manera autopropulsada, como si tuviera vida propia.
That robot is so advanced that it moves self-propelled, as if it had a life of its own.
El desarrollo de vehículos autopropulsados cambiará la logística de distribución en las ciudades.
The development of self-propelled vehicles will change the logistics of distribution in cities.
Estamos en la era de la automatización, donde todo debe ser autopropulsado para ser eficiente.
We are in the age of automation, where everything must be self-propelled to be efficient.
Las armas autopropulsadas ofrecen mayor precisión y efectividad en el campo de batalla.
Self-propelled weapons offer greater precision and effectiveness on the battlefield.
The word "autopropulsado" is derived from two parts: - "Auto-" which comes from the Greek "αὐτός" meaning "self". - "Propulsado" comes from the verb "propulsar," which entails the action of driving or pushing forward. This term has its roots in Latin, specifically "propulsare," meaning to drive away.
Automático (automatic)
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