actuador
/aɡtwadoɾ/from spelling rules
The English word "actuator" is translated into Spanish as actuador.
Meaning: something that actuates something else (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, accionador is a common alternative to actuador. In Mexico, the phrase dispositivo de accionamiento is often used as an equivalent.
How do you pronounce it?
/aɡtwadoɾ/
Did you know?
- The technical term actuador shares its root with actuación, which in everyday Spanish refers to a theatrical performance or an actor's delivery.
- Spanish technical literature often divides machine components into the 'brain' and 'muscles', with actuador specifically representing the 'muscles' of the system.
- While actuador is the formal term, a technician in a Spanish workshop might simply call the device el mando, which literally translates to 'the command' or 'the handle'.
Examples in context
- El actuador del sistema es esencial para el funcionamiento correcto de la máquina.The actuator of the system is essential for the correct operation of the machine.
- Por favor, revise los detalles técnicos del actuador antes de proceder.Please review the technical details of the actuator before proceeding.
- El accionador del sistema debe ser revisado periódicamente.The actuator of the system must be checked periodically.
- El dispositivo de accionamiento permite controlar la apertura y cierre del sistema.The actuator allows control of the system's opening and closing.
- El actuador del motor está fallando.The motor actuator is failing.
- Necesitamos comprar un nuevo actuador hidráulico.We need to buy a new hydraulic actuator.
- El actuador controla la apertura de la válvula.The actuator controls the valve opening.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are repairing a machine in a workshop.
- MateoMaría, ¿está bien conectado el actuador?María, is the actuator connected correctly?
- MaríaSí, Mateo, el actuador parece estar bien.Yes, Mateo, the actuator seems to be fine.
- MateoEntonces, ¿por qué no se mueve?Then why isn't it moving?
- MaríaTal vez sea un problema eléctrico.Maybe it is an electrical problem.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry actuador, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
