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Arquitectura y Construcción - Plumbing System

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con el sistema de plomería como "alcantarilla", "desagüe" y "tubería".

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downspout
[Sustantivo]

a vertical pipe attached to a building which carries away rainwater from the roof to the ground

tubo de bajada pluvial

tubo de bajada pluvial

Ex: The builder installed downspout at each corner of the house to ensure proper water flow .
sewer
[Sustantivo]

a system of underground pipes and tunnels used to carry away used water and waste matter from houses, factories, etc.

alcantarilla, cloaca

alcantarilla, cloaca

Ex: sewer inspector checked for cracks and leaks in the aging infrastructure to prevent contamination .
pipework
[Sustantivo]

the pipes of a building or machine that carry water, gas, or oil

tubería

tubería

blockage
[Sustantivo]

the obstruction or partial restriction of a passage, such as a pipe, duct, or pathway, preventing the smooth flow of air, fluid, or other substances

bloqueo, obstrucción

bloqueo, obstrucción

cesspit
[Sustantivo]

an underground tank used for the temporary storage of sewage or wastewater

fosas sépticas, pozo negro

fosas sépticas, pozo negro

Ex: The construction team had to dig a cesspit after the old one became too small for the growing property .
cutoff
[Sustantivo]

a valve, gate, or device that is used to stop or control the flow of fluid or gas within a pipe or conduit

tapón, válvula de corte

tapón, válvula de corte

drain
[Sustantivo]

a pipe in the bottom of a sink, bath, etc. through which dirty water flows out

desagüe

desagüe

Ex: The bathroom drain emitted a foul odor, indicating a buildup of organic matter in the pipes.
drainage
[Sustantivo]

the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes

drenaje

drenaje

Ex: The contractor ensured that drainage around the building was designed to avoid any water damage .
drainpipe
[Sustantivo]

a pipe installed in a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater or excess water away from the structure

tubo de desagüe

tubo de desagüe

duct
[Sustantivo]

a hollow conduit or passage that is used for the distribution, circulation, or ventilation of air, gases, or other substances within a building or system

conducto, ducto

conducto, ducto

ducting
[Sustantivo]

the system of pipes, channels, or conduits used to convey or distribute air, gases, or other substances within a building, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, or industrial setup

conducto, tubería

conducto, tubería

Ex: The company is considering replacing the ducting with a more energy-efficient option .
fatberg
[Sustantivo]

a large congealed mass or blockage in a sewer system that is primarily composed of fats, oils, grease, and non-biodegradable items that have been flushed down drains or toilets

masasangre, bloqueo de grasa

masasangre, bloqueo de grasa

Ex: It took several days and specialized equipment to remove fatberg from the pipes .
faucet
[Sustantivo]

an object that controls the flow of liquid or gas from a container or pipe

llave, grifo, canilla

llave, grifo, canilla

Ex: The faucet was used to connect the garden hose .
gutter
[Sustantivo]

an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away

canaleta

canaleta

Ex: She heard the sound of rainwater rushing through gutter during the storm .
main
[Sustantivo]

a large pipe through which water or gas is carried to a building

cañería principal, cable principal

cañería principal, cable principal

Ex: They traced the issue back to a fault in the main.
outfall
[Sustantivo]

a point or location where water or another substance is discharged or flows out from a system, such as a drainage system, sewer, or wastewater treatment plant, into a body of water or the environment

salida, vertedero

salida, vertedero

Ex: The environmental group is monitoring outfall for signs of pollution .
drainage system
[Sustantivo]

a network of pipes, channels, and structures designed to collect and channel excess water, wastewater, or other liquids away from an area or a property

sistema de drenaje, sistema de alcantarillado

sistema de drenaje, sistema de alcantarillado

Ex: After the storm , drainage system worked well , keeping the area dry .
leakage
[Sustantivo]

the unintended or accidental escape or loss of a substance, typically a liquid or gas, from a container, system, or structure

fuga, escape

fuga, escape

Ex: They are investigating leakage in the factory ’s cooling system .
pipe
[Sustantivo]

a cylindrical hollow tube or conduit typically made of metal, plastic, or other materials, used for the transportation of fluids, gases, or other substances from one place to another

tubería, conducto

tubería, conducto

Ex: The oil flowed through the pipe to the refinery .
pipeline
[Sustantivo]

a system of interconnected pipes used for the transport of liquids, gases, or other substances over long distances

tubería, conducto

tubería, conducto

running water
[Sustantivo]

water that is brought into a house, building, etc. through pipes

agua corriente, agua potable

agua corriente, agua potable

Ex: The installation running water in rural areas has significantly improved health and quality of life for residents .
septic tank
[Sustantivo]

an underground container that treats household wastewater by allowing solids to settle and separate from the liquid before further treatment or absorption into the soil

tanque séptico, cisterna séptica

tanque séptico, cisterna séptica

Ex: The family decided to upgrade septic tank to a larger one to accommodate their growing household .
sewage
[Sustantivo]

the waste water and other liquid waste from homes, businesses, and factories, usually carried away through pipes and treated

aguas residuales, desechos líquidos

aguas residuales, desechos líquidos

Ex: Improper handling sewage can lead to the spread of diseases .
sluice
[Sustantivo]

a channel or gate that is used to control or redirect the flow of water. It typically consists of a barrier that can be opened or closed to regulate the passage of water

canal,  esclusa

canal, esclusa

spigot
[Sustantivo]

a valve or tap that is used to control the release of water from a pipe or container

grifo, canilla

grifo, canilla

standpipe
[Sustantivo]

a vertical pipe or fixture connected to a water supply system, typically equipped with valves or outlets, used for firefighting purposes or as a source of water in buildings

tubería vertical de agua, manguera de incendios

tubería vertical de agua, manguera de incendios

Ex: standpipe on the street corner was used to wash cars and clean the sidewalk .
stopcock
[Sustantivo]

a valve or faucet used to control or shut off the flow of water or other fluids in a plumbing system, typically located at a point where pipes connect or branch

grifo de cierre, válvula de paso

grifo de cierre, válvula de paso

Ex: Before beginning any plumbing work , make sure to turn off stopcock to avoid flooding .
valve
[Sustantivo]

a mechanical device that controls or regulates the flow of fluids, such as liquids, gases, or slurries, by opening, closing, or partially obstructing passageways within a pipe or system

válvula, tijera

válvula, tijera

Ex: We need to close valve to prevent flooding in the basement .
sump
[Sustantivo]

a pit or reservoir typically found in the basement or lower level of a building that collects excess water or liquid, such as groundwater, rainwater, or wastewater

pozo de drenaje, sumidero

pozo de drenaje, sumidero

waste pipe
[Sustantivo]

a pipe within a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater from plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, or showers, to the main drainage system or septic tank for proper disposal or treatment

tubería de desagüe, tubo de desecho

tubería de desagüe, tubo de desecho

Ex: Water from the shower drains into waste pipe that leads outside .
water main
[Sustantivo]

a large underground pipe that delivers potable water from a water treatment plant or other water source to individual buildings or communities

suministro de agua, conducto de agua

suministro de agua, conducto de agua

Ex: The workers are digging up the street to repair the water main.
waterworks
[Sustantivo]

the infrastructure and facilities responsible for supplying clean water and managing wastewater

suministro de agua, planta de tratamiento de aguas

suministro de agua, planta de tratamiento de aguas

plumbing
[Sustantivo]

the system of pipes for the distribution of water in a building

plomería

plomería

Ex: The architect designed the building with modern plumbing systems to maximize water efficiency.
plumbing fixture
[Sustantivo]

a device or appliance connected to a plumbing system that is used for a specific function related to water supply or drainage

accesorio de fontanería, artefacto de fontanería

accesorio de fontanería, artefacto de fontanería

Ex: When building a house , it is important to plumbing fixtures that suit both style and function .
pipe fitting
[Sustantivo]

a component used in plumbing and construction to join, redirect, or control the flow of fluids or gases in a piping system

acoplamiento de tubería, pieza de tubería

acoplamiento de tubería, pieza de tubería

Ex: The contractor used pipe fittings to complete the plumbing for the new house .
urinal
[Sustantivo]

a plumbing fixture specifically designed for the purpose of urination. It is typically found in public restrooms and is designed to be used by males

urinario, orinal

urinario, orinal

Ex: The stadium installed urinals to accommodate the large crowd during events .
sink
[Sustantivo]

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

fregadero

fregadero

Ex: The sink in the laundry room was perfect for soaking stained clothing .
laundry sink
[Sustantivo]

a type of sink that is specifically designed for use in laundry rooms or areas where clothes are washed or laundered

fregadero de lavandería, lavabo de lavandería

fregadero de lavandería, lavabo de lavandería

Ex: laundry sink is perfect for soaking stained clothes overnight .
toilet
[Sustantivo]

the seat we use for getting rid of bodily waste

váter, inodoro

váter, inodoro

Ex: The children learned the importance of toilet etiquette during their potty training phase .
shower
[Sustantivo]

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

ducha

ducha

Ex: She turned on the shower and waited for the water to heat up.
male pipe
[Sustantivo]

a type of pipe fitting that has external threads on the outer surface, designed to be inserted into a corresponding female pipe fitting with internal threads to create a secure and sealed connection for the flow of fluids or gases

acople macho, tubo macho

acople macho, tubo macho

Ex: When installing the new showerhead, make sure the male pipe is aligned correctly with the female connector.
female pipe
[Sustantivo]

a type of pipe fitting that has internal threads on the inner surface, designed to receive and make a secure connection with a male pipe fitting that has external threads, allowing for the flow of fluids or gases

tubería hembra, conector hembra

tubería hembra, conector hembra

Ex: The water pressure was low because the female pipe was not properly connected to the main line.
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