The word "maquinista" is a noun.
/makiˈnista/
In the Spanish language, "maquinista" refers to a person who operates a machine, especially in contexts related to transportation, such as trains or ships, but can also refer to someone responsible for operating various types of industrial machinery. The frequency of use for "maquinista" is moderate, often used in both oral speech and written contexts, particularly in technical, military, and nautical settings.
The train engineer ensured that all the passengers were comfortable before departing.
En la marina, el maquinista es fundamental para el funcionamiento del buque.
In the navy, the machinist is essential for the operation of the ship.
El maquinista ajustó los controles antes de comenzar la operación de la máquina.
While "maquinista" does not have widely recognized idiomatic expressions directly related to it, it is often used in phrases and contexts related to machinery and engineering.
The machinist's work is crucial to the success of the trip.
Si no tienes un buen maquinista, el tren no llegará a tiempo.
Without a good machinist, the train won't arrive on time.
El maquinista dirige la máquina con precisión, como un director orquesta.
The word "maquinista" comes from the Spanish word "máquina," which means "machine." The suffix "-ista" typically denotes a person associated with a certain role or profession, indicating someone who operates or works with machinery.
"Maquinista" carries significant importance within specific professions but does not have as many idiomatic expressions compared to more commonly used terms. However, it remains a key term in discussions of machinery and transportation.