técnicos
/TEK-nee-kohs/
technicians
Técnicos are people skilled in a specific craft or machine repair.
técnicos(noun)
technicians
?people skilled in a specific craft or machine repair
coaches
?sports managers or training staff
,experts
?specialists in a technical field
📝 In Action
Los técnicos están reparando la red de internet.
A2The technicians are repairing the internet network.
El equipo de fútbol cambió a sus técnicos este año.
B1The soccer team changed their coaches this year.
💡 Grammar Points
Describing groups
Use this form when talking about a group of male technicians or a mixed group of men and women.
❌ Common Pitfalls
More than just repairmen
Mistake: "Thinking 'técnicos' only means people who fix things."
Correction: In the world of sports, especially soccer, 'técnicos' almost always refers to the coaching staff.
⭐ Usage Tips
At the office
If your computer breaks at work, you ask for 'los técnicos' to help you.
The word técnicos can also be an adjective for things that are technical or specialized.
técnicos(adjective)
technical
?relating to a specialized subject or craft
specialized
?requiring specific knowledge
📝 In Action
Estamos experimentando algunos problemas técnicos.
B1We are experiencing some technical problems.
Leí los manuales técnicos antes de empezar.
B2I read the technical manuals before starting.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching your words
This word must match the thing it describes. Use 'técnicos' when describing plural, masculine words like 'problemas' or 'datos'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Sounding Professional
Use this word to describe specific, detailed work or complex issues to sound more professional.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: técnicos
Question 1 of 2
If a soccer match is paused because of a strategy change, who is likely responsible?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'técnicos' only refer to men?
Not necessarily. In Spanish, the masculine plural form is used for a group of men or a mixed group of men and women. If the group is exclusively female, you would use 'técnicas'.
Is 'técnicos' the same as 'ingenieros'?
No. While both work with technology, 'técnicos' usually focus on the practical application and repair, whereas 'ingenieros' (engineers) often focus on design and theory.