regleta
/reˈɡleta/
The English phrase 'power board' is translated into Spanish as regleta.
The term regleta is used to describe a power board. In more technical contexts, you can use the phrase regleta de enchufes to make the meaning more explicit.
What does it mean word for word?
The word regleta is a diminutive of regla (ruler), literally meaning 'small strip' or 'small ruler', referring to the long, thin shape of the device.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In many parts of Latin America, the term multitoma is commonly used instead of regleta.
How do you pronounce it?
/reˈɡleta/
Did you know?
- The term zapatilla is used in several countries to mean a power board, but it is also the common word for a 'sneaker' or 'athletic shoe'.
- In Spain, if you ask for a regleta in a hardware store, they might hand you a straight plastic ruler used for drawing instead of an electrical device.
- The word regleta is used for any strip of buttons or switches, such as the control panel on a professional audio mixer or a specialized keyboard.
Examples in context
- Necesito un tablero eléctrico nuevo para mi taller.I need a new power board for my workshop.
- ¿Puedes conectar el ordenador a la regleta de enchufes?Can you plug the computer into the power board?
- Me encanta esta zapatilla con múltiples tomas.I love this power board with multiple outlets.
- Necesito una regleta para la televisión.I need a power board for the television.
- La regleta no tiene suficiente espacio.The power board does not have enough space.
Example conversation
Javier and María are setting up a new home office.
- Javier¿Tienes una regleta para este escritorio?Do you have a power board for this desk?
- MaríaSí, la tengo en la caja.Yes, I have it in the box.
- JavierPerfecto, la regleta es muy útil.Perfect, the power board is very useful.
- MaríaPásamela para conectarla ahora.Hand it to me so I can plug it in now.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry regleta, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
