eje
/ˈexe/masculine
The Spanish word for axle is eje.
The word eje refers to the pin or spindle on which a wheel revolves, or which revolves with a wheel. Figuratively, it can also mean a central axis or a focal point of a concept or organization.
Meaning: the pin or spindle on which a wheel revolves, or which revolves with a wheel (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈexe/
Did you know?
- The word eje is used to describe the 'spine' or central support of a complex literary plot, acting as the 'axis' upon which the story turns.
- In Spanish anatomy, the eje refers to the longitudinal axis of the body or a limb, which is essential for describing movement in medical texts.
- The word eje is a cognate of the English word 'axis'. Both trace their roots back to the Proto-Indo-European word *h₂eḱs-, which describes a central point of rotation.
Examples in context
- El eje está roto.The axle is broken.This sentence is useful for stating that the eje is broken.Tatoeba #2267960 by cueyayotl, translation #2267959 by _undertoad
- La flecha del coche está haciendo ruido, necesito llevarlo al taller.The axle of the car is making noise, I need to take it to the repair shop.
- El eje trasero del camión está averiado.The rear axle of the truck is damaged.
- El birlo del eje izquierdo está flojo.The bolt on the left axle is loose.
- El eje del coche es nuevo.The car's axle is new.
- Hay que alinear el eje central.The central axle needs to be aligned.
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are looking at a broken cart in a workshop.
- AlejandroCreo que el problema es el eje.I think the problem is the axle.
- MaríaTienes razón, Alejandro, está doblado.You are right, Alejandro, it is bent.
- AlejandroNecesitamos comprar un eje de repuesto.We need to buy a replacement axle.
- MaríaYo buscaré uno en la tienda.I will look for one at the store.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “axle” translations and entries eje, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries eje, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
