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masculine

/meˈkaniko/

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Translation

mechanic

Word origin

From Latin mechanicus, from Greek mekhanikos ('inventive, relating to machines'), from mekhane ('machine, device'). The same root gives English 'mechanic' and 'machine'.

Origin
Greek
Root
mekhanikos
English cognates
mechanic, machine

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralmecánicos

Examples

.

The mechanic fixed the car engine.

.

I took the car to the mechanic this morning.

mecánica frenos .

The mechanic checked the brakes carefully.

buen .

A good mechanic knows every part of the vehicle.

¿ ?

Do you know a trustworthy mechanic?

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This word is part of lesson 53.