teclado
/teˈklado/masculine
The Spanish word for keyboard is teclado.
teclado refers to a set of keys used to operate a device, such as a computer keyboard or a musical keyboard like a synthesizer or electronic piano.
Meaning: set of keys used to operate a typewriter, computer etc. (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is derived from tecla, meaning 'key' and the suffix -ado, which forms a noun describing an object composed of those parts.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
teclado is a masculine noun. The plural form is teclados. Related to this is the verb teclear, which means to type in.
How do you pronounce it?
/teˈklado/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, you might hear people use the word ratón to refer to a computer mouse, which is the essential partner to your teclado.
- The root word tecla can also be used in Spanish to describe a 'key' in a metaphorical sense, such as knowing which 'button to push' to get a certain reaction from someone.
- On some Spanish keyboards, the layout is slightly different from the English QWERTY, often including an ñ key which changes the finger positioning for typing.
Examples in context
- ¿Te gusta tu teclado?Do you like your keyboard?This sentence is useful for asking if someone likes their teclado.Tatoeba #7015259 by Eremon, translation #4895144 by LB
- Mi teclado está sucio.My keyboard is dirty.This sentence is useful for stating that one's teclado is dirty.Tatoeba #9634662 by stormy_clau, translation #9634653 by abburns
- Tu teclado está sucio.Your keyboard is filthy.This sentence is useful for stating that your teclado is filthy.Tatoeba #10490139 by Seael, translation #10282083 by ddnktr
- Necesito un nuevo teclado para mi computadoraI need a new keyboard for my computer
- El teclado de mi laptop se rompió y necesito uno nuevo.The keyboard of my laptop broke, and I need a new one.
- Estoy buscando un teclado inalámbrico para mi tablet.I'm looking for a wireless keyboard for my tablet.
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Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are working at a shared desk.
- MateoNecesito un teclado nuevo.I need a new keyboard.
- ElenaEl teclado de Mateo está roto.Mateo's keyboard is broken.
- Mateo¿Tienes un teclado de repuesto?Do you have a spare keyboard?
- ElenaSí, tengo uno en mi maleta.Yes, I have one in my bag.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “keyboard” translations and entries teclado, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
