computadoras
/komputadoɾas/from spelling rules
The English word "computers" is translated into Spanish as computadoras.
computadoras refers to electronic devices used for processing data and performing various tasks.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In most of Latin America, computadoras is the standard term. In Mexico, it is common to use computadora to refer to computers and the phrase equipo de cómputo is also frequently used to refer to computers. In Spain, ordenadores is much more commonly used than computadoras to refer to computers.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of computadoras is la computadora. Because computadoras is a feminine noun, you must use the definite article las when saying "the computers" (las computadoras).
How do you pronounce it?
/komputadoɾas/
Did you know?
- The word computadora is a direct loan translation from the English 'computer'. However, it shares a root with the Spanish word computar, which historically referred to calculating dates for the liturgical calendar.
- The Spanish word ordenador used in Spain is derived from the verb 'ordenar', meaning to put in order or to arrange. This reflects the idea that a computer is a machine that organizes data.
- While English speakers use 'laptop' for both the device and the description, people in Spain often use the adjective portátil as a standalone noun.
Examples in context
- No sé mucho de computadoras.I don't know much about computers.This sentence is useful for expressing a lack of knowledge about computadoras.Tatoeba #1644299 by hayastan, translation #253845 by CK
- Las computadoras son máquinas.Computers are machines.This sentence is useful for stating that computadoras are machines.Tatoeba #9452790 by ignacio, translation #3772726 by injenior
- Tom sabe mucho de computadoras.Tom knows a lot about computers.This sentence is useful for describing someone's knowledge regarding computadoras.Tatoeba #1338177 by hayastan, translation #1024626 by CK
- El ordenador es una herramienta fundamental en la vida moderna.The computer is a fundamental tool in modern life.
- Necesito utilizar el equipo para terminar el proyecto.I need to use the computer to finish the project.
- La computadora es una excelente herramienta de trabajo.The computer is an excellent working tool.
- ¿Me puedes ayudar con mi PC?Can you help me with my computer?
- Déjame encender mi computador para revisar mis correos electrónicos.Let me turn on my computer to check my emails.
- 24 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are at an electronics store.
- SofíaDaniel, ¿viste esas computadoras?Daniel, did you see those computers?
- DanielSí, son muy caras.Yes, they are very expensive.
- SofíaPero las computadoras son necesarias para el trabajo.But computers are necessary for work.
- DanielTienes razón, Sofía.You are right, Sofia.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
