Noun
/ɡwarðaˈβeɾos/
"Guardabarros" refers to a protective covering attached to the wheels of vehicles (like bicycles, motorcycles, and cars) to prevent mud and water from splashing onto the vehicle's body or the rider. In Spanish, it is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, although it is more frequent in written contexts, especially in technical and automotive texts.
The mudguard on my bicycle broke in the last storm.
Es importante revisar el guardabarros antes de salir a conducir en días lluviosos.
It's important to check the fender before going out to drive on rainy days.
Los guardabarros pueden ser de plástico o de metal, dependiendo del modelo del vehículo.
Though "guardabarros" is not prominently featured in idiomatic expressions, it may be found in colloquial phrases related to automobiles and cycling culture. Such expressions contextualize the functional role of the guardabarros in daily language. Here are a few related phrases:
I need to put a new fender on my car; I don't want to get wet.
Sin un buen guardabarros, las lluvias pueden dañar el acabado del vehículo.
Without a good mudguard, the rain can damage the vehicle's finish.
Los guardabarros son esenciales para mantener la bicicleta limpia en caminos embarrados.
Mudguards are essential for keeping the bicycle clean on muddy paths.
Si tu guardabarros no está en buen estado, podría causar más problemas en el largo plazo.
The term "guardabarros" is a compound word in Spanish, formed by "guardar" (to guard or protect) and "barros" (mud). The word directly reflects its function, as it serves the purpose of guarding against mud and debris from the road.
Synonyms: - Parabarros - Fender - Protector de barro
Antonyms: - Desprotegido (unprotected) - Descubierto (exposed)
This word can vary regionally, and some synonyms might be more common in specific areas.