hardware

S2 W2

BrE /ˈhɑː.wə.də/ AmE /ˈhɑːr.wɛr/

noun en → es

1 COMPUTER PARTS [uncountable] B1

the physical parts of a computer system, such as the case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

componentes del ordenador, hardware

  • computer hardware

Collocations computer hardware · network hardware

  • The company sells computer hardware and software.

    La empresa vende componentes de ordenador y software.

2 TOOLS [uncountable] B1

tools, machines, or equipment used for a particular job or activity.

herramientas, equipo

  • hardware for doing sth

Collocations construction hardware · gardening hardware

  • We need to buy some gardening hardware.

    Necesitamos comprar algunas herramientas para jardinería.

3 FIXTURES [uncountable] B2

fixtures and fittings in a building, such as locks, hinges, handles, etc.

elementos de fijación, accesorios

  • hardware for sth

Collocations door hardware · window hardware

  • The door hardware needs to be replaced.

    La cerradura de la puerta necesita ser reemplazada.