código de la puerta
/kodiɡo de la pweɾta/from spelling rules
The English phrase "gate code" is translated into Spanish as código de la puerta.
This phrase refers to a numeric password used to open a security gate. In many practical contexts, such as when speaking to a delivery driver or a security guard, you can simply use el código if the context of the gate is already established.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of código (code), de (of) and la puerta (the door).
Which one should you use?
While código de la puerta is commonly used, código de la reja is a more precise option if the gate is specifically a metal fence or a grill-style gate.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, Código de acceso al portón is a variation used for gate code. In Argentina, Clave del portón is an informal way to say gate code.
How do you pronounce it?
/kodiɡo de la pweɾta/
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Examples in context
- ¿Cuál es el código de la puerta?What is the gate code?
- El código de la puerta es 1234The gate code is 1234
- ¿Me das el código de la puerta?Can you give me the gate code?
- Olvidé el código de la puerta.I forgot the gate code.
- Escribe el código de la puerta en el papel.Write the gate code on the paper.
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are arriving at a private residential complex by car.
- MaríaAlejandro, ¿cuál es el código de la puerta?Alejandro, what is the gate code?
- AlejandroEs el uno, dos, tres, cuatro.It is one, two, three, four.
- MaríaEl código de la puerta no funciona.The gate code is not working.
- AlejandroDéjame intentar de nuevo.Let me try again.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries código, de, la, puerta, CC BY-SA 4.0.
