El prototipo
Example: El prototipo del nuevo robot funciona correctamente en pruebas.
Definition
"El prototipo" refers to an initial model or first version of a device, machine, or system created to test and demonstrate its design, functionality, and feasibility before mass production or final development, especially used in engineering contexts.
Etymology
The term "el prototipo" comes from the Greek word 'prototypos,' meaning 'first impression' or 'first form.' It entered Spanish via Latin, referring to the earliest example or model of something, especially in technical and engineering fields. Did you know? The idea of a prototype has been essential in innovation since ancient times!
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"El prototipo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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