grúa
Crane
The Spanish word 'grúa' translates to 'crane' in English. It's a noun that is used to refer to a type of large machinery used to move heavy objects by suspending them from a beam, or a type of bird known for its long legs, neck, and bill. In certain contexts, 'grúa' can also refer to a tow truck in Spanish.
Example sentences using: grúa
La grúa se llevó mi auto esta mañana.
The tow truck took my car this morning.
In this sentence, 'grúa' is used to refer to a tow truck. In many Spanish-speaking regions, 'grúa' is commonly used to mean a vehicle used to tow or move other vehicles that are illegally parked or broken down.
Mi abuelo trabajó en una grúa en el puerto.
My grandfather worked on a crane at the port.
Here, 'grúa' refers to a crane, a large and tall machine used to move heavy objects by suspending them from a beam. It's used in many industries like shipping, construction, and manufacturing.
El operador de la grúa elevadora debe ser muy cuidadoso.
The forklift operator must be very careful.
In this context, 'grúa' is part of the compound noun 'grúa elevadora', which translates to 'forklift'. A forklift is a small industrial vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.