noun

la pieza (objeto)

piece · part

Es una parte o elemento que forma parte de un conjunto o de algo más grande.

Definition & meaning

The Spanish word pieza has several meanings depending on the context in which it is used:

Component or Part: It refers to a single part that belongs to a larger whole, such as a machine, a device, or a puzzle. For example, a "spare part" is a pieza de repuesto.
Room: In many Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in South America and in older Peninsular Spanish, it refers to a room in a house or building. It is often used interchangeably with bedroom or a general living space.
Work of Art or Music: It describes an individual creation, such as a musical composition, a play, or a painting. A "piece of music" is a pieza musical.
Game Piece: In games like chess or checkers, it refers to the physical objects moved on the board.
Prey or Trophy: In the context of hunting or fishing, it refers to an individual animal that has been caught or killed.
Textile Bolt: It can refer to a large roll or a specific length of fabric as it comes from the factory.

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar: The word is a feminine noun. Its plural form is piezas.

Word origin: The word derives from the Vulgar Latin pettia, which is believed to have a Celtic (Gaulish) origin. It shares the same root as the French word pièce and the English word piece. The core concept has always related to a portion or a fragment separated from a larger mass or set.