válvula de descarga
/balbula de deskaɾɡa/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'blow off valve' is translated into Spanish as válvula de descarga.
In Spanish, this phrase refers to a safety device designed to release pressure from a boiler or another pressurized system to prevent an explosion.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase válvula de descarga literally translates to 'discharge valve'.
Which one should you use?
While válvula de descarga is a standard term, you may also see the synonym válvula de alivio. In academic or highly technical contexts, the more specific phrase válvula de alivio de presión is used to emphasize the controlled relief of pressure.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word descarga is used not only for pressure valves but also to describe the act of downloading a file from the internet.
- While válvula de descarga is technical, Spanish speakers use the verb descargar colloquially to describe venting their emotions or 'blowing off steam'.
- The word válvula shares a common ancestor with the English word 'valve', as both trace back to the Latin diminutive valvula, meaning a 'little leaf' or 'little door'.
Examples in context
- ¿Sabes dónde puedo comprar una válvula de descarga en esta ciudad?Do you know where I can buy a blow off valve in this city?
- La válvula de descarga está defectuosa.The blow off valve is defective.
- Revisa la presión de la válvula de descarga.Check the pressure of the blow off valve.
- Necesitamos instalar una nueva válvula de descarga.We need to install a new blow off valve.
Example conversation
Two technicians are inspecting a boiler in a factory.
- ElenaJavier, ¿está abierta la válvula de descarga?Javier, is the blow off valve open?
- JavierNo, Elena, todavía está cerrada.No, Elena, it is still closed.
- ElenaÁbrela ahora para liberar la presión.Open it now to release the pressure.
- JavierDe acuerdo, lo haré inmediatamente.Okay, I will do it immediately.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, descarga, válvula, CC BY-SA 4.0.
