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How to Say "controller" in Spanish

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mando

/mahn-doh//ˈman.do/

nounA2general
Use 'mando' when referring to a remote control for electronic devices like TVs or gaming consoles.
A gray rectangular remote control device with several large, colorful buttons on its surface.

Examples

¿Puedes pasarme el mando de la televisión?

Can you pass me the TV remote?

Mi hijo rompió el mando de la consola al perder la partida.

My son broke the game controller when he lost the match.

Mando vs. Control

While 'control remoto' is understood, in Spain and parts of Latin America, 'mando' is the much more common and casual way to refer to the device you hold.

Using 'mando' for general control

Mistake: “No tengo mando sobre mis emociones.”

Correction: Say 'No tengo control sobre mis emociones.' Use 'mando' only for physical devices or organizational authority.

dueña

nounB2general
Use 'dueña' to describe a female person who has mastery or control over a situation, herself, or her destiny.

Examples

Ella se siente dueña de su destino y toma todas las decisiones.

She feels mistress of her destiny and makes all the decisions.

Device vs. Person in Control

The most common mistake is using 'dueña' (mistress/owner) to refer to a remote control. Remember that 'mando' is the word for a device like a TV remote or game controller, while 'dueña' refers to a person who is in charge.

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