El indicador



Example: El indicador de velocidad muestra cuánto rápido vas en el coche.

Definition


"El indicador" refers to a device or instrument that shows or measures a specific quantity or condition, such as speed, temperature, or pressure. For example, in the phrase 'El indicador de velocidad muestra cuánto rápido vas en el coche,' it means the speedometer that displays how fast you are driving.

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Etymology


The word "el indicador" comes from the Spanish verb 'indicar,' meaning to point out or show. It originated from the Latin word 'indicator,' which means 'one who points out.' Did you know that 'indicator' in English and Spanish share the same Latin root and similar meanings, reflecting their common origin?

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"El indicador" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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