Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
How to Say Mechanic in Spanish
Mecánico · noun · meh-KAH-nee-koh
The Spanish word for mechanic is 'mecánico' (masculine) or 'mecánica' (feminine). It refers to a person who repairs and maintains vehicles, machinery, or engines. The same word can also function as an adjective meaning mechanical, as in 'problema mecánico' (mechanical problem).
Mecánico is pronounced meh-KAH-nee-koh. The accent mark over the 'a' indicates the stress falls on that syllable. The word has four syllables with clear vowel sounds.
El mecánico dijo que el motor necesita reparación.
The mechanic said the engine needs repair.
Mechanic in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for mechanic, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| mecánico | mechanic | meh-KAH-nee-koh | Default, widely understood |
| mecánica | mechanic | feminine form for a female mechanic |
How Native Speakers Use Mecánico
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Car trouble
Necesito llevar el carro al mecánico.
I need to take the car to the mechanic.
Dealing with vehicle issues.
Recommendation
Mi vecino me recomendó un mecánico muy bueno.
My neighbor recommended a really good mechanic.
Getting a referral for automotive service.
As an adjective
El taller detectó un fallo mecánico en los frenos.
The shop detected a mechanical failure in the brakes.
Using mecánico as an adjective to describe a technical problem.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Mecánico
Dropping the accent mark
Incorrect: El mecanico revisó el auto.
Correct: El mecánico revisó el auto.
The accent on the 'a' is essential — without it, the word is misspelled and the stress shifts incorrectly.
Using mecánico for mechanic shop
Incorrect: Voy al mecánico a las tres.
Correct: Voy al taller mecánico a las tres.
While 'voy al mecánico' is colloquially understood to mean the shop, formally the repair shop is a 'taller mecánico' or simply 'taller.'
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Common Questions About Mechanic in Spanish
- Can mecánico be used as an adjective?
- The word 'mecánico' doubles as both a noun (the person) and an adjective (describing something mechanical), and the intended meaning is always clear from context.
- What is the feminine form of mecánico?
- The feminine form is 'mecánica,' used when referring to a female mechanic — 'la mecánica arregló el motor' (the mechanic fixed the engine).
- How do you say 'auto repair shop' in Spanish?
- An auto repair shop is called 'taller mecánico' or simply 'taller,' and in some Latin American countries you may hear 'taller automotriz.'