El aislamiento
Example: El aislamiento térmico mejora la eficiencia energética del edificio.
Definition
"El aislamiento" in engineering refers to the process or material used to reduce the transfer of heat, sound, or electricity between different areas or components. It enhances energy efficiency and comfort by preventing unwanted flow of energy or noise.
Etymology
The term "el aislamiento" comes from the Spanish verb 'aislar', meaning to isolate or separate. It derives from the Latin 'insulatus', meaning 'made into an island', reflecting the concept of creating a distinct, separated space. Did you know? The word captures the idea of making something stand apart to prevent interference.
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"El aislamiento" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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