Leatherman
/leateɾman/from spelling rules
In Spanish, "leatherman" refers to the brand of multi-tool devices.
Since it is a specific brand name, Leatherman is used as a proper noun in Spanish and is not translated. It is used to refer to the multi-tool devices that combine several tools into one portable unit.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to the tool itself, it is common to use the feminine article una before Leatherman because the implied noun is herramienta (tool).
How do you pronounce it?
/leateɾman/
Did you know?
- Depending on the region, a person who carries a Leatherman for professional work might be referred to as a manitas, which literally means 'little hands' and describes a handy person.
- Even if a tool has pliers and screwdrivers, many Spanish speakers will simply call a Leatherman a navaja, which means 'pocket knife'.
- While Leatherman is the brand, many Spanish speakers use the generic term multiherramienta to describe any similar device regardless of the manufacturer.
Examples in context
- El Sr. Martínez siempre lleva consigo la herramienta de múltiples funciones de Leatherman.Mr. Martínez always carries the Leatherman multi-tool with him.
- ¿Puedes prestarme el Leatherman para arreglar mi bicicleta?Can you lend me the Leatherman to fix my bike?
- Mi hermano tiene una navaja Leatherman que es muy práctica.My brother has a Leatherman knife that is very practical.
- Necesito un Leatherman para este trabajo.I need a Leatherman for this job.
- Él siempre lleva su Leatherman en el cinturón.He always carries his Leatherman on his belt.
- ¿Ese Leatherman es de buena calidad?Is that Leatherman good quality?
Example conversation
Daniel and María are fixing a piece of furniture.
- DanielNo encuentro el destornillador.I can't find the screwdriver.
- MaríaUsa mi Leatherman, Daniel.Use my Leatherman, Daniel.
- DanielGracias, María. Es perfecta para esto.Thanks, María. It's perfect for this.
- MaríaDe nada, ten cuidado con los dedos.You're welcome, be careful with your fingers.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
