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USAGE NOTE
The adjective "turbo" is invariable, which means its form does not change according to the gender or number of the noun it describes.
turbo, el turbo(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (mechanics)
a. turbo
La tecnología turbo del motor ayuda a una fácil conducción del vehículo.The engine's turbo technology makes the vehicle easy to drive.
b. turbocharged
El mecánico le instaló un bloque turbo al vehículo que le da 116 CV de potencia.The mechanic installed a turbocharged block into the car which creates 116 horsepower.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
2. (mechanics)
a. turbocharger
Llevé el auto al taller porque se averió el turbo.I took the car to the garage because the turbocharger broke down.
b. turbo
Es importante cambiar regularmente los filtros de aire para el funcionamiento óptimo del turbo.Replacing the air filters periodically is key for optimal turbo performance.
3. (figurative) (accelerator)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Solo me quedaba una tarea por hacer, así que puse el turbo y acabé en media hora.I only had one homework assignment left to do, so I speeded up and finished it in half an hour.
¡No metas tanto el turbo que esto no es un maratón!Slow down! This isn't a marathon!
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