How to Say "cells" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “cells” is “baterías” — use 'baterías' when referring to the power sources used in electronic devices, like remote controls or flashlights..
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baterías
nounA1technical or scientific contexts
Use 'baterías' when referring to the power sources used in electronic devices, like remote controls or flashlights.
Examples
Necesito comprar baterías nuevas para el control remoto.
I need to buy new batteries for the remote control.
células
nounB1biological units
Use 'células' when referring to the basic biological units that make up living organisms.
Examples
Nuestro cuerpo está compuesto por miles de millones de células.
Our body is made up of billions of cells.
Confusing Power Sources and Biology
The most common mistake is using 'células' when you mean the power source for a device. Remember that 'baterías' is specifically for power cells, while 'células' refers to biological structures.
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