component

componente, pieza

Parte que se une a otras para formar un objeto o sistema mayor.

En inglés sencillo: One part that joins with other parts to form a larger object or system.

• One component needs replacing.
• These components connect to the main circuit.
• The mechanic checked every component of the engine.

Cómo se usa: a component of something (The battery is an important component of the device.)

Sinónimos: part, element

Expresiones frecuentes: electronic component, key component, component of something, essential component

constituyente, integrante

Que forma una de las partes de algo mayor.

En inglés sencillo: Forming one of the parts of something larger.

• We examined the component parts.
• The machine was separated into its component units.
• Each component word contributes to the phrase's meaning.

Sinónimos: constituent

Expresiones frecuentes: component parts, component elements, component units

modular, por componentes

Formado por unidades independientes y completas que funcionan juntas.

En inglés sencillo: Made of separate complete units that work together.

• He bought a component stereo.
• Their component audio system has a separate amplifier.
• A component system lets you replace one unit at a time.

Sinónimos: modular

Expresiones frecuentes: component stereo, component system, component audio system