pieza
/pee-EH-sah/
piece
A single puzzle piece is a good example of a pieza (piece or component).
pieza(noun)
piece
?part of a whole; component
,part
?component of a machine
component
?technical or mechanical
,spare part
?replacement component
📝 In Action
Perdí una pieza del rompecabezas y ahora no puedo terminarlo.
A2I lost one piece of the puzzle and now I can't finish it.
Necesitamos reemplazar esta pieza rota del motor.
B1We need to replace this broken part of the engine.
⭐ Usage Tips
Piece vs. Bit
Use pieza when referring to a defined, often manufactured, component (like a gear or a puzzle shape). For a small, undefined amount of something (like a bit of cheese), use trozo or pedazo.
In Spanish, a pieza can also mean a room in a house or apartment.
📝 In Action
Mi casa tiene cinco piezas, incluyendo la cocina.
A1My house has five rooms, including the kitchen.
La pieza principal es muy luminosa.
A2The main room is very bright.
A chess piece, or game piece, is called a pieza in Spanish.
📝 In Action
Movió una pieza y puso a su oponente en jaque.
B1He moved a piece and put his opponent in check.
Guarda todas las piezas en la caja cuando termines.
A2Keep all the pieces in the box when you finish.
An artistic creation, such as a sculpture or play, can be referred to as a pieza (work).
pieza(noun)
work
?artistic creation
,composition
?musical
play
?theatrical work
,masterpiece
?when describing an exceptional work
📝 In Action
La orquesta tocó una pieza clásica de Beethoven.
B2The orchestra played a classical work by Beethoven.
Esa pieza de teatro ganó varios premios internacionales.
C1That theatrical play won several international awards.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This meaning is often used in more formal settings, such as reviewing art, music, or literature.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: pieza
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses *pieza* in the sense of 'a room in a house'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is *pieza* the best word for 'room'?
It depends on where you are! In Spain, Mexico, and Central America, people usually say *habitación* or *cuarto*. However, in countries like Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia, *pieza* is the standard and most natural way to say 'room' or 'bedroom.'
How do I know if *pieza* means 'part' or 'room'?
Context is key. If you are talking about mechanics, puzzles, or objects, it means 'part.' If you are talking about someone's house, apartment, or sleeping arrangements, it likely means 'room,' especially if you are speaking with someone from the Southern Cone of South America.