Part of Speech

Limitador is a noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/limitaˈðoɾ/

Translation Options into English

• Limiter
• Restrictor
• Constrainer

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "limitador" refers to a device or mechanism that restricts or controls a certain parameter, such as speed, force, or quantity. It is typically used in technical or engineering contexts, as well as in military scenarios to describe equipment that limits certain actions or movements.

The word "limitador" is used frequently in both oral speech and written context, particularly in fields like engineering, technology, and military operations. Its usage is prevalent in technical documentation, discussions about machinery, and safety protocols.

Example Sentences

1. El limitador de velocidad del automóviles ayuda a mantener la seguridad en la carretera.

2. The speed limiter of the car helps to maintain safety on the road.

3. Este dispositivo tiene un limitador de presión para evitar explosiones.

4. This device has a pressure limiter to prevent explosions.

5. En el ejército, un limitador de alcance se utiliza para controlar el fuego de armas.

6. In the military, a range limiter is used to control the firing of weapons.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "limitador" itself may not be directly used in many idiomatic expressions, it often appears in phrases that convey restrictions or constraints. Here are some related expressions:

1. Poner un limitador a la libertad
2. Aquí hay que poner un limitador a la libertad para evitar abusos.

3. Here we need to put a limiter on freedom to prevent abuses.

4. No hay limitadores en la creatividad

5. En nuestro equipo, no hay limitadores en la creatividad.

6. In our team, there are no limiters on creativity.

7. Superar los limitadores impuestos

8. Debemos trabajar juntos para superar los limitadores impuestos por la burocracia.

9. We must work together to overcome the limiters imposed by bureaucracy.

10. Buscar un limitador ante la presión

11. Es importante buscar un limitador ante la presión del trabajo.
12. It is important to look for a limiter under work pressure.

Etymology

The word "limitador" comes from the Latin verb "limitat-", meaning "to limit, bound, or confine," which is derived from "līmes," meaning "boundary" or "limit." The suffix "-ador" indicates an agent or something that performs an action.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Restrictor: Restrictor - Constrainer: Constrainer - Regulador: Regulator

Antonyms: - Ampliador: Expander - Facilitador: Facilitator - Libertador: Liberator