La batería
Example: La batería del coche está descargada y no arranca.
Definition
"La batería" refers to a device that stores electrical energy and supplies it to power various equipment or vehicles, such as a car. It is essential for starting the engine and providing energy when the main power source is unavailable.
Etymology
The word "la batería" comes from the Spanish adaptation of the French word 'batterie,' which originally meant a group of artillery guns working together. Over time, it evolved to refer to collections of similar objects, such as cells producing electricity. Did you know? The term was extended to electrical batteries because they consist of multiple cells working in unison.
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"La batería" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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