impresora
“impresora” means “printer” in Spanish (The machine used to print documents or photos.).
printer
Also: 3D printer
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La impresora no tiene tinta negra.
A1The printer is out of black ink.
¿Puedes conectar mi ordenador a la impresora inalámbrica?
A2Can you connect my computer to the wireless printer?
Esta impresora de alta resolución es ideal para imprimir fotografías.
B1This high-resolution printer is ideal for printing photographs.
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Quick Quiz: impresora
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Which word would you use for the device that prints your homework?
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From the Spanish verb 'imprimir' (to print), which comes from the Latin 'imprimere', meaning 'to press into' or 'to stamp'.
First recorded: The modern tech sense appeared in the 20th century, though the base word is much older.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'impresora' used for 3D printers too?
Yes! You simply call it an 'impresora 3D'.
Does 'impresora' ever change to masculine?
Only if you are referring to a female person who works in the printing industry. For the machine, it is always 'la impresora'.
What is the difference between 'impresora' and 'impresión'?
The 'impresora' is the physical machine; the 'impresión' is the act of printing or the result (the print) itself.