molino
“molino” means “mill” in Spanish (a machine or building for grinding grain).
mill
Also: windmill, grinder
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El Quijote confundió los molinos con gigantes.
A2Don Quixote mistook the windmills for giants.
Necesito un molino de café nuevo porque el mío se rompió.
B1I need a new coffee grinder because mine broke.
España tiene muchos molinos de viento para generar energía limpia.
B2Spain has many wind turbines to generate clean energy.
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Quick Quiz: molino
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is a kitchen appliance?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'molinum', which comes from 'molere' (to grind). It shares the same ancestor as the English word 'mill'.
First recorded: 10th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'molino' always refer to a windmill?
No, it is a general term for any machine that grinds material. You can have water mills (de agua) or coffee grinders (de café).
What is the difference between 'molino' and 'molinillo'?
A 'molino' is usually large (like a windmill), while a 'molinillo' is a smaller, hand-held version (like a pepper grinder).
Why is 'molino' famous in Spain?
Because of the book 'Don Quixote', where the main character famously attacks windmills thinking they are giants.