fuse

The Spanish word 'fusible' translates to 'fuse' in English. 'Fusible' is a noun and its main use relates to electronics. A 'fusible' or 'fuse' is a protective device used in electrical circuits that interrupts the flow of current if it surpasses a certain value. This protects other components from damage due to excessive current. Like many electronic components, a 'fusible' is named for its action - it 'fuses' or melts when the electric current is too high, thus breaking the circuit.

Example sentences using: fusible

¿Dónde se encuentra el fusible del faro delantero?

Where can the front headlight's fuse be found?

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El fusible del coche se ha quemado.

The car's fuse has blown.

In this sentence, the word 'fusible' is used to refer to the fuse of a car. When a car's fuse 'has blown' (se ha quemado), it means it has melted or broke due to overload protecting the electrical circuits in the vehicle.

Necesitamos cambiar el fusible de la lavadora.

We need to change the washing machine's fuse.

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