How to Say "circuit breaker" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “circuit breaker” is “interruptor” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
electrical safety device
Examples
No encuentro el interruptor de la luz en la oscuridad.
I can't find the light switch in the dark.
Pulsa el interruptor para encender la máquina.
Press the switch to turn on the machine.
Se saltó el interruptor general de la casa.
The main circuit breaker of the house tripped.
Masculine Gender
This word is masculine, so always use it with masculine words like 'el' (the) or 'un' (a). For example: 'el interruptor'.
Don't say 'botón' for everything
Mistake: “Using 'botón' (button) for a wall switch.”
Correction: Use 'interruptor' for a switch that clicks or stays in a new position, and 'botón' for something you just push momentarily.
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