machine part

[/məˈʃiːn pɑːrt/]
nounpl: machine parts
peça de máquina
1. A component or piece that is a functional unit of a machine or mechanical device
The mechanic replaced the broken machine part with a new one.
O mecânico substituiu a peça de máquina quebrada por uma nova.
2. Any individual component designed to work as part of a larger mechanical system
This machine part needs to be calibrated before installation.
Esta peça de máquina precisa ser calibrada antes da instalação.
In Brazil's manufacturing sector, particularly in São Paulo's industrial areas, 'peça de máquina' is a standard technical term widely used in automotive, textile, and heavy equipment industries. The term reflects Brazil's strong manufacturing heritage and industrial development.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
componentpartmechanical componentunitpiece

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
peça de máquina
Standard and most commonly used term in Brazil
São Paulo
peça de máquina / componente
Industrial regions may use componente interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
peça de máquina
Standard usage in the region
Portugal
peça da máquina / componente de máquina
Portuguese variant with contraction 'da' instead of 'de'

Related Words

assemblymachineryequipmentmechanical engineeringgearbearingboltshaft

Related Idioms & Phrases

a well-oiled machine part (figuratively meaning a person who functions smoothly within a system)
replaceable machine part (referring to interchangeable components)
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