grabador
/ɡɾabadoɾ/from spelling rules
The Spanish word for printmaker is grabador.
A grabador is a person who creates prints.
Meaning: one who makes prints (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The term comes from the verb grabar, which means to engrave, etch or record. Therefore, a grabador is literally an engraver or one who scratches or carves.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the specific term xilógrafo(a) is used to describe a printmaker who specializes in woodcut techniques.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun changes based on gender and number. Use grabadora to refer to a female printmaker, and use the masculine plural form grabadores when referring to a group of printmakers.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡɾabadoɾ/
Did you know?
- Spanish uses the same root verb grabar for both the high-art technique of etching and the act of burning a CD or DVD.
- The verb grabar is used for both the physical act of carving a plate and the digital act of recording a song or video.
- While an English speaker might distinguish between an 'engraver' and a 'printmaker', a Spanish speaker often uses the term grabador to cover both roles under one umbrella.
Examples in context
- Mi hermano es un artista de grabado y ha expuesto su trabajo en varias galerías.My brother is a printmaker and has exhibited his work in several galleries.
- El grabador trabaja con metal.The printmaker works with metal.
- Ella es una grabadora muy talentosa.She is a very talented printmaker.
- Busco un grabador para este proyecto.I am looking for a printmaker for this project.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are at an art gallery.
- ElenaEste grabador es increíble.This printmaker is incredible.
- JavierSí, su técnica es muy detallada.Yes, his technique is very detailed.
- Elena¿Conoces a algún grabador más?Do you know any other printmaker?
- JavierNo, pero puedo investigar.No, but I can look into it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
