An interruptor is the physical switch used to control electrical circuits like lights.
واژه در 30 ثانیه
- A device used to control light flow.
- Commonly found on walls in homes.
- Used to turn appliances on or off.
Visión general
El interruptor es un sustantivo masculino esencial en el vocabulario cotidiano. Su función técnica es interrumpir o permitir el flujo de electricidad, lo que lo convierte en el mecanismo principal para controlar la iluminación. 2) Patrones de uso: Se utiliza frecuentemente con verbos como 'encender', 'apagar', 'pulsar' o 'accionar'. Es un objeto que forma parte de la infraestructura básica de cualquier edificación moderna. 3) Contextos comunes: Lo encontrarás en situaciones domésticas, oficinas, escuelas y cualquier lugar con instalación eléctrica. Es una palabra que se aprende temprano debido a su alta frecuencia de uso diario. 4) Comparación con palabras similares: A diferencia de 'botón', que suele referirse a elementos pequeños en aparatos electrónicos o ropa, 'interruptor' implica una conexión directa a la red eléctrica o un mecanismo de palanca para luces.
مثالها
No encuentro el interruptor en esta habitación oscura.
everydayI can't find the switch in this dark room.
El electricista reemplazó el interruptor defectuoso.
formalThe electrician replaced the faulty switch.
¡Dale al interruptor, por favor!
informalHit the switch, please!
El diseño ergonómico del interruptor facilita su uso.
academicThe ergonomic design of the switch makes it easy to use.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
apagar la luz
to turn off the light
encender la luz
to turn on the light
quedarse a oscuras
to be left in the dark
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
An enchufe is a wall outlet or power socket where you plug devices, whereas an interruptor controls the flow of electricity.
A botón is a button usually found on devices or clothing, while an interruptor is specifically for electrical circuits.
الگوهای دستوری
How to Use It
نکات کاربردی
The word 'interruptor' is neutral and can be used in any setting. In casual speech, some speakers use the English loanword 'switch'. Always use the masculine article 'el' with this noun.
اشتباهات رایج
Students often confuse 'interruptor' with 'enchufe'. Another error is trying to say 'encender el interruptor' instead of 'accionar el interruptor' or 'encender la luz'.
Tips
Use verbs of action
Combine interruptor with verbs like 'pulsar' (press) or 'accionar' (activate) to sound more natural when describing the physical action.
Don't confuse with switch
While many people use the Anglicism 'switch' in casual conversation, 'interruptor' is the correct and formal Spanish term.
Regional variations for switches
In Mexico, you might hear the word 'apagador' used more frequently than 'interruptor' for a wall light switch.
ریشه کلمه
Derived from the Latin 'interruptus', the past participle of 'interrumpere', meaning to break apart or break into. It reflects the function of breaking the electrical circuit.
بافت فرهنگی
In many Spanish-speaking countries, the design of light switches is standard, but the terminology can vary slightly by region. It is a fundamental part of home vocabulary.
راهنمای حفظ
Think of the word 'interrupt'. The switch interrupts the flow of electricity to turn the light off. It stops (interrupts) the power.
سوالات متداول
4 سوالNo, son diferentes. El interruptor sirve para encender o apagar la luz, mientras que el enchufe es el lugar donde conectas los aparatos eléctricos.
Se suele decir 'encender la luz' o 'accionar el interruptor'. No decimos 'encender el interruptor' literalmente.
Es una palabra masculina, por lo tanto decimos 'el interruptor' o 'un interruptor'.
Sí, es el término estándar. Aunque en algunos países pueden usar regionalismos como 'apagador' o 'switch', 'interruptor' se entiende en todas partes.
خودت رو بسنج
Por favor, pulsa el ___ para que haya luz en la sala.
El interruptor es el dispositivo diseñado para encender las luces.
امتیاز: /1
Summary
An interruptor is the physical switch used to control electrical circuits like lights.
- A device used to control light flow.
- Commonly found on walls in homes.
- Used to turn appliances on or off.
Use verbs of action
Combine interruptor with verbs like 'pulsar' (press) or 'accionar' (activate) to sound more natural when describing the physical action.
Don't confuse with switch
While many people use the Anglicism 'switch' in casual conversation, 'interruptor' is the correct and formal Spanish term.
Regional variations for switches
In Mexico, you might hear the word 'apagador' used more frequently than 'interruptor' for a wall light switch.
مثالها
4 از 4No encuentro el interruptor en esta habitación oscura.
I can't find the switch in this dark room.
El electricista reemplazó el interruptor defectuoso.
The electrician replaced the faulty switch.
¡Dale al interruptor, por favor!
Hit the switch, please!
El diseño ergonómico del interruptor facilita su uso.
The ergonomic design of the switch makes it easy to use.
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