soldar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Verb

Phonetic Transcription

/solˈðaɾ/

Translation Options into English

• To solder
• To join (parts)
• To unite
• To fix (in the context of mending)

Meaning and Usage

The verb "soldar" primarily refers to the process of joining two materials together, typically metals, using a filler metal that has a lower melting point than that of the workpieces. This action is common in fields like construction, manufacturing, and electronics. It is used both in written and oral contexts, but it may appear more frequently in technical documents, manuals, and discussions among professionals in related fields.

Example Sentences

1. Es importante saber soldar correctamente para evitar accidentes en el taller.

2. It is important to know how to solder correctly to avoid accidents in the workshop.

3. El ingeniero decidió soldar las piezas del circuito para asegurar una mejor conexión.

4. The engineer decided to solder the circuit parts to ensure a better connection.

5. Necesito soldar esta tubería para que no haya fugas de agua.

6. I need to solder this pipe so that there are no water leaks.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Soldar" is not frequently used in idiomatic expressions, but it can be part of phrases that convey the idea of uniting or fixing together things or relationships.

1. Soldar la amistad
2. Translation: To strengthen the friendship.

3. Example: A veces se necesita un conflicto para soldar la amistad.
   Sometimes a conflict is needed to strengthen the friendship.

4. Soldar dos ideas

5. Translation: To merge two ideas.

6. Example: En la reunión, intentamos soldar dos ideas que parecían opuestas.
   In the meeting, we tried to merge two ideas that seemed opposing.

7. Soldar la unión

8. Translation: To cement the union.
9. Example: El proyecto comunitario fue clave para soldar la unión entre los vecinos.
   The community project was key to cementing the union among the neighbors.

Etymology

The word "soldar" comes from the Latin "saldare," which means "to make sound" or "to heal." Over time, the meaning shifted to relate to joining materials, especially in metalworking.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Unir (to unite) - Juntar (to join) - Arreglar (to fix)

Antonyms: - Desunir (to disunite) - Separar (to separate)