máquina limpiatubos (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun phrase

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈma.ʧi.na lim.pi.aˈtu.βos/

Translation options into English

• Pipe cleaning machine

Meaning

The term "máquina limpiatubos" in Spanish refers to a device or equipment used to clean pipes, typically in industrial or plumbing settings. It is a technical term used in the field of polytechnics. This term is more commonly used in written contexts or technical discussions rather than in everyday oral speech.

Examples

1. Spanish: La máquina limpiatubos funcionó perfectamente en la planta. English: The pipe cleaning machine worked perfectly at the plant.

2. Spanish: Necesitamos contratar a un técnico especializado en el manejo de la máquina limpiatubos. English: We need to hire a technician specialized in operating the pipe cleaning machine.

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "máquina limpiatubos" is not typically used in idiomatic expressions in Spanish.

Etymology

• "Máquina" comes from the Latin word "machina,” which means machine.
• "Limpiatubos" is formed by the word "limpia" (clean) and "tubos" (tubes).

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Dispositivo de limpieza de tuberías (Pipe cleaning device) - Herramienta de desatasco de tubos (Pipe unclogging tool)

Antonyms: - Tubería sucia (Dirty pipe) - Obstrucción de tuberías (Pipe blockage)