How to Say "portable device" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “portable device” is “portátil” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
general technology
Examples
Dejé mi portátil en la oficina.
I left my laptop in the office.
El portátil de Juan tiene la batería gastada.
Juan's laptop has a worn-out battery.
¿Puedes encender el portátil para ver la presentación?
Can you turn on the laptop to see the presentation?
The Hidden Noun
When used as a noun, 'portátil' is short for 'el ordenador portátil' or 'el aparato portátil.' This is why it is always masculine (el portátil), even though the word itself doesn't end in -o.
Using Feminine Article
Mistake: “La portátil no funciona.”
Correction: El portátil no funciona. Remember this noun is masculine because it refers to 'el ordenador.'
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