Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| par motor | /paɾ motoɾ/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| par de torsión | /paɾ de toɾsjon/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| momento de fuerza | /moˌmento de ˈfweɾθa/ /moˌmento de ˈfweɾsa/ |
masculine |
| par de fuerzas | /paɾ de fweɾθas/ (Spain, from spelling rules) /paɾ de fweɾsas/ (Latin America, from spelling rules) |
masculine |
| par | /ˈpaɾ/ | masculine |
| torque | /ˈtoɾke/ | masculine |
The term refers to a rotational or twisting force.
What does it mean word for word?
In the phrases par motor and par de torsión, the word par literally means 'pair' or 'couple', referring to the couple of forces acting upon an object.
Which one should you use?
Use par motor specifically when referring to the torque produced by an engine. Use momento de fuerza in formal physics or engineering contexts to describe the rotational effect of a force. Use par de torsión as a standard way to express torque in mechanical engineering. The form torque is a common anglicism used in technical and automotive contexts in many Spanish-speaking countries.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
par de fuerza and momento de torsión are formal ways to say torque.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the term momento de fuerza is often used for torque.
How does it change in a sentence?
All provided forms are masculine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/paɾ motoɾ/
Did you know?
- The term torsión shares its Latin root with the English word 'torture', as both derive from the action of twisting.
- In Spain, using the word torque can be seen as a clumsy anglicism, whereas it is standard technical terminology in many Latin American countries.
- The word momento in the phrase momento de fuerza shares an ancient root with the Latin word for 'movement', reflecting the idea of a force causing motion.
Examples in context
- puedes calcular el par de fuerza de un motor fácilmenteYou can easily calculate the torque of an engine
- el torque que ejerce la máquina es impresionanteThe torque the machine exerts is impressive
- Por favor, asegúrate de ajustar el momento de torsión correctamentePlease make sure to adjust the torque properly
- puedes ajustar la fuerza de giro para mejorar el rendimientoYou can adjust the torque to enhance performance
- ¡Asegúrate de darle buen apriete a los tornillos!Make sure to tighten the screws properly!
- Para ensamblar correctamente, asegúrate de aplicar el apriete adecuado a los pernosTo assemble correctly, make sure to apply the proper torque to the bolts
- Puedes incrementar el torque del motor al realizar algunas modificacionesYou can increase the torque of the engine by making some modifications
- El carro necesita más fuerza de giro para subir la colina fácilmenteThe car needs more torque to climb the hill easily
- El motor tiene un par motor elevado.The engine has a high torque.
- Necesitamos medir el par motor con precisión.We need to measure the torque precisely.
- Ese par motor es insuficiente para el vehículo.That torque is insufficient for the vehicle.
Example conversation
Two people are discussing a car's performance in a garage.
- MaríaJavier, ¿qué te parece el par motor de este coche?Javier, what do you think of this car's torque?
- JavierEs impresionante, acelera muy rápido.It's impressive, it accelerates very quickly.
- MaríaSí, se nota que el par motor es potente.Yes, you can tell the torque is powerful.
- JavierExacto, es perfecto para subir cuestas.Exactly, it's perfect for climbing hills.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “torque” translations and entries momento de fuerza, par de fuerzas, par, torque, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, fuerza, momento, motor, par, torsión, CC BY-SA 4.0.
