modder
/moddeɾ/from spelling rules
The Spanish word modder refers to one who modifies a mass-manufactured object.
Meaning: one who modifies a mass-manufactured object (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /moddeɾ/.
Did you know?
- The English root 'mod' has been transformed into a fully conjugated Spanish verb, modear, allowing speakers to say things like estoy modeando to mean 'I am modding'.
- While 'modder' is common in gaming, if you use the literal Spanish word modificador, people might think you are talking about a 'modifier' in a grammatical sense rather than a hobbyist.
- In some Latin American regions, slang might prefer the term tunner (from 'tuner') to describe someone who modifies cars, whereas 'modder' remains strictly tied to computers and electronics.
Examples in context
- Él es un modificador de juegos asombrosoHe is an awesome modder
- Él es un modder de teclados mecánicos.He is a mechanical keyboard modder.
- Busco a un modder para personalizar mi ordenador.I am looking for a modder to customize my computer.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are talking about a customized game console.
- JavierMira mi consola, la diseñó un modder.Look at my console, a modder designed it.
- Lucía¡Se ve increíble! ¿Es muy caro?It looks incredible! Is it very expensive?
- JavierSí, pero este modder es muy famoso.Yes, but this modder is very famous.
- LucíaVale la pena por el resultado, Javier.It's worth it for the result, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
