módulo
/ˈmodulo/masculine
The English word 'module' is translated into Spanish as módulo.
The term refers to a self-contained component of a system.
Meaning: self-contained component of a system (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the term unidad might be used instead of módulo in certain contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of módulo is módulos.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈmodulo/
Did you know?
- In several Latin American countries, a módulo is not a piece of equipment but a small street kiosk or temporary stall used for selling merchandise.
- Spanish speakers use módulo to refer to a prefabricated room or a temporary building, such as a mobile classroom.
- The term módulo is a direct descendant of the Latin modulus, which is a diminutive form of 'modus'.
Examples in context
- La tripulación puede entrar al vehículo sumergido usando un módulo de inserción.The crew can enter the underwater vehicle using a plug-in module.This sentence shows how to use módulo in the context of an underwater vehicle.Tatoeba #4378219 by umano, translation #4435390 by LB
- El profesor enseñará el primer módulo del curso de matemáticas avanzadas.The professor will teach the first module of the advanced mathematics course.
- La segunda materia del programa se enfoca en literatura latinoamericana.The second module of the program focuses on Latin American literature.
- La unidad 3 del programa trata sobre historia del arte.Unit 3 of the program is about art history.
- El nuevo módulo de software es muy eficiente.The new software module is very efficient.
- Necesitamos reemplazar el módulo de la batería.We need to replace the battery module.
Example conversation
Two colleagues are discussing a project at the office.
- ElenaJavier, ¿ya terminaste el módulo de pagos?Javier, did you finish the payment module yet?
- JavierCasi termino, Elena. Solo falta una prueba.I'm almost done, Elena. Only one test is left.
- ElenaPerfecto, ese módulo es esencial para el sistema.Perfect, that module is essential for the system.
- JavierLo tendré listo mañana por la mañana.I will have it ready tomorrow morning.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “module” translations and entries módulo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries módulo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
