El eje
Example: El eje del motor transmite la fuerza a las ruedas.
Definition
"El eje" in engineering refers to a central shaft or rod that transmits torque and rotational motion from one part of a machine to another, such as in motors or wheels, enabling the transfer of mechanical power efficiently and reliably.
Etymology
The term "el eje" comes from the Latin word 'axis,' meaning 'axle' or 'pivot.' In Spanish, it evolved to mean a central line or shaft around which parts rotate. Did you know? The word 'axis' originally referred to the axle of a wheel, highlighting its fundamental role in mechanics.
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"El eje" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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