Translation of Spanish word "máquina" to English
máquina
/maˈkiŋa/
Meaning
NounA machine is a device that performs a specific task.
How to use
Máquina ('machine / engine') is feminine. Máquina de escribir — Typewriter. Máquina de coser — Sewing machine.
🇬🇧 English
machine
Example
La máquina de escribir es obsoleta.
The typewriter is obsolete.
La máquina de lavar es muy útil.
The washing machine is very useful.
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Common phrases
- máquina de escribir— typewriter
- máquina de afeitar— shaver / razor
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What does the Spanish word "máquina" mean?▼
The Spanish word "máquina" means "machine" in English.
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