ralentí bajo
/ralenti baxo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "low idle" is translated into Spanish as ralentí bajo.
In the context of automotive mechanics, ralentí bajo is used to describe an engine running at a speed below its standard idling threshold.
What does it mean word for word?
The word ralentí comes from the French ralenti and refers to the idling speed of an engine, while bajo means low.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking mechanic shops, you might hear the term marcha mínima used interchangeably with ralentí to describe the same state.
- While ralentí describes the engine state, Spanish speakers often use the verb ralentizar to describe the act of slowing down any process, not just a motor.
- The word bajo is also used in Spanish to refer to a 'bass' guitar, known as a bajo eléctrico.
Examples in context
- El coche tiene un ralentí bajo.The car has a low idle.
- Ajusta el ralentí bajo del motor.Adjust the motor's low idle.
- Siento que el ralentí bajo vibra mucho.I feel that the low idle vibrates a lot.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are looking at Mateo's car in a garage.
- Mateo¿Notas algo extraño en el motor?Do you notice anything strange in the engine?
- MaríaSí, tiene un ralentí bajo.Yes, it has a low idle.
- MateoCreo que necesita una revisión técnica.I think it needs a technical checkup.
- MaríaTienes razón, Mateo.You are right, Mateo.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
