herramienta
/ehr-rah-mee-EHN-tah/
tool
A hammer is a common physical tool used for building.
herramienta(noun)
tool
?physical instrument like a hammer or screwdriver
implement
?a manual device used to perform a task
,hardware
?general term for tools
📝 In Action
El martillo es una herramienta muy útil.
A1The hammer is a very useful tool.
Guarda tus herramientas en la caja después de trabajar.
A2Put your tools in the box after working.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
This word is always feminine ('la herramienta'), even if you are talking about a tool used for a 'masculine' job like construction.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender confusion
Mistake: "el herramienta"
Correction: la herramienta
⭐ Usage Tips
Plural use
Just add an 's' to make it plural: 'las herramientas'.
In a digital context, a tool can be a software resource or method.
herramienta(noun)
tool
?software, resource, or method
resource
?something that helps achieve a goal
,asset
?a useful quality or thing
📝 In Action
Esta aplicación es una herramienta excelente para aprender idiomas.
B1This app is an excellent tool for learning languages.
La educación es la herramienta más poderosa para cambiar el mundo.
B2Education is the most powerful tool to change the world.
💡 Grammar Points
Abstract Use
You can use this word for anything that helps you reach a goal, not just items you hold in your hand.
⭐ Usage Tips
Software context
In IT and business, 'herramientas' usually refers to software programs or platforms.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: herramienta
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is NOT a 'herramienta' in the literal sense?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'herramienta' only for physical objects?
No! Just like in English, it can be a physical object (like a saw) or a metaphorical one (like a learning strategy or a software program).
Does the word change if a man uses the tool?
No, 'herramienta' is a feminine noun. It is always 'la herramienta' regardless of who is using it or what kind of tool it is.