defectuoso

/de.fekˈtu.o.so/
adjectiveIntermediate
general

Having flaws, imperfections, or not functioning properly.

El teléfono defectuoso no enciende.

The defective phone doesn't turn on.

El software tiene un defectuoso que causa errores.

The software has a defect that causes errors.

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Commonly used to describe products, devices, or systems that do not work as intended.

Collocations

producto defectuosodefective productsoftware defectuosodefective softwareequipo defectuosodefective equipment

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💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Use 'defectuoso' to describe anything with flaws, from electronics to software.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'defectus' (defect) + the Spanish suffix '-oso' (indicating a quality).

📝Usage Notes

Often used in technical, manufacturing, and quality control contexts to describe items that fail to meet standards.

Word Breakdown

defect-
flaw or defect
root
+
-oso
indicates a quality or state
suffix
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