How to Say ‘The water heater’ in Mexican Spanish
El boiler
el BOY-lehr
[el BOY-lehr]
💬 Usage Tip: Yes, Mexico really uses the English loanword “boiler.” Super practical to know.
🇲🇽 In Mexico: This is extremely common in Mexico. You may also hear people mention the pilot light, gas tank, or pressure.
Phrase Breakdown
El
[el]
the
Masculine singular definite article used before boiler.
El boiler no está funcionando.
The boiler is not working.
boiler
[BOY-lehr]
water heater / boiler
In Mexico, boiler commonly refers to the water heater.
El boiler no prende.
The water heater won't turn on.
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