escáner
“escáner” means “scanner” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
scanner
Also: digitalizer
📝 In Action
Puse el documento en el escáner para enviarlo por correo.
A2I put the document in the scanner to send it by email.
Mi escáner no funciona porque no tiene conexión.
A1My scanner isn't working because it has no connection.
scanner
Also: CT scan, body scanner
📝 In Action
El hospital compró un escáner de última generación.
B1The hospital bought a state-of-the-call scanner.
Tienes que pasar por el escáner de seguridad del aeropuerto.
A2You have to go through the airport security scanner.
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Quick Quiz: escáner
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How do you say 'the scanners' (plural) in Spanish?
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Adapted from the English word 'scanner', which comes from 'to scan'. Spanish added the initial 'e' to fit its phonetic patterns.
First recorded: 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'escáner' have an accent mark?
The accent on the 'a' tells you to emphasize the middle syllable. Without it, the rules of Spanish would make you emphasize the last syllable because it ends in 'r'.
Can I use 'scanner' (English spelling) in Spanish?
While people might understand you, it is considered a misspelling in Spanish. Always use the 'e' at the start and the accent mark.