component

a part of something that is needed to make it complete or work properly

componente, parte, elemento

• an essential component

Collocations a key component · a major component

• The engine is a vital component of the car.

  El motor es un componente vital del coche.

a small part that can be used to make electrical equipment such as a radio or computer

componente electrónico, pieza

• an electronic component

Collocations a circuit board with many components · replace a faulty component

• The technician replaced the faulty component.

  El técnico reemplazó el componente defectuoso.

a member of a sports team or group that works together to achieve something

miembro del equipo, integrante

• team component

Collocations a key player as a team component · an important member of the team

• She is an essential component in our team's success.

  Ella es un componente esencial en el éxito de nuestro equipo.