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


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Meaning and Usage

The word surtidor refers to a device that dispenses a substance, commonly used in contexts such as fuel dispensers at gas stations, water dispensers, or other types of dispensing mechanisms. It is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, particularly in technical and everyday language.

Frequency of Use: The term is commonly used in daily conversations, especially in areas related to automotive, fuel, and mechanics.

Example Sentences

  1. El surtidor de gasolina no está funcionando correctamente.
  2. The gas dispenser is not working correctly.

  3. Asegúrate de que el surtidor de agua esté bien conectado.

  4. Make sure the water dispenser is properly connected.

  5. El surtidor de la gasolinera estaba fuera de servicio.

  6. The gas station pump was out of service.

Idiomatic Expressions

While surtidor does not have a wide range of idiomatic expressions, it is commonly used in phrases related to dispensing in everyday language.

Example Idiomatic Sentences

  1. El surtidor de ideas nunca se agota.
  2. The fountain of ideas never runs dry.

  3. Hay que poner un surtidor de creatividad en el proyecto.

  4. We need to put a creative nozzle on the project.

  5. Al surtiendo de energía el país, lograremos un crecimiento sostenible.

  6. By supplying the country with energy, we will achieve sustainable growth.

Etymology

The word surtidor comes from the verb "surtir," which means "to supply" or "to provide." The suffix "-dor" is used to denote someone or something that performs an action. It reflects the function of providing or dispensing a substance.

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22-07-2024