Alexa
/aleɡsa/from spelling rules
The phrase Alexa is the Spanish name for the virtual assistant developed by Amazon.
Alexa refers specifically to the Amazon virtual assistant.
How do you pronounce it?
/aleɡsa/
Did you know?
- Spanish speakers often use the word Alexa as a generic trademark, sometimes referring to any smart speaker as an Alexa regardless of the brand.
- The name Alexa has roots in Greek, meaning 'defender of men', a fact that remains consistent even when the name is used in a Spanish-speaking context.
- In Spanish-speaking countries, the name Alexa is often perceived as an international, modern name rather than a traditional Hispanic one, which can influence how people react when they hear it.
Examples in context
- Pregúntale a Alexa qué tiempo hace.Ask Alexa what the weather is like.
- Alexa, pon música de jazz.Alexa, play some jazz music.
- No puedo configurar Alexa todavía.I cannot set up Alexa yet.
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are in the kitchen.
- JavierElena, ¿sabes cómo configurar la Alexa?Elena, do you know how to set up the Alexa?
- ElenaSí, solo tienes que usar la aplicación.Yes, you just have to use the app.
- JavierYa lo intenté, pero no funciona.I already tried, but it doesn't work.
- ElenaDéjame ver si puedo ayudarte, Javier.Let me see if I can help you, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
