computador
“computador” means “computer” in Spanish (any electronic machine used for processing data).
computer
Also: desktop
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Tengo que comprar un computador nuevo para la universidad.
A1I have to buy a new computer for university.
Mi computador está muy lento hoy.
A1My computer is very slow today.
Él pasa todo el día frente al computador.
A2He spends all day in front of the computer.
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Quick Quiz: computador
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If you are in Madrid, Spain, what word are you most likely to hear instead of 'computador'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'computare', which means 'to calculate' or 'to sum up'. It's the same root that gave us the English word 'compute'.
First recorded: 20th century (in its modern technological sense)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'computador' and 'computadora' the same thing?
Yes, they both mean computer. The difference is purely regional; some countries prefer the masculine form and others the feminine.
How do I say 'to use the computer'?
You say 'usar el computador'.
Is 'computador' used for tablets or phones?
Generally no. It specifically refers to desktops or laptops. For tablets, use 'tableta' and for phones, 'celular' or 'móvil'.