gizmo
word
Definition
A 'gizmo' is an informal word for a small gadget, device, or piece of equipment, especially one whose name is unknown or not important.
Usage & Nuances
'Gizmo' is informal and often used when you cannot remember or do not know the name of a small device or tool. Common in casual conversation; can sound playful or vague. Similar to 'gadget', but often with more mystery or humor.
Spanish: aparato - cacharroPortuguese (BR): aparelho - geringonçaPortuguese (PT): aparelho - geringonçaChinese (Simplified): 小玩意 - 装置Chinese (Traditional): 小玩意 - 裝置Hindi: गैजेट - उपकरण (छोटा)Arabic: جهاز صغير - أداةBengali: গ্যাজেট - জিনিস (ছোট যন্ত্র) - গিজমোRussian: штуковина - гаджетJapanese: 小道具 - ガジェットVietnamese: đồ vật nhỏ - thiết bị nhỏ - gadgetKorean: 기즈모 - 작은 기계 - 장치Turkish: aygıt - zımbırtı - küçük cihazUrdu: گیجٹ - چھوٹا آلہIndonesian: perangkat kecil - alat kecil - gizmo
Example Sentences
I bought a new gizmo for my kitchen.
basic
Do you know what this gizmo does?
basic
My grandfather loves old gizmos.
basic
I can't fix my car without that little gizmo you gave me.
natural
There's always some new gizmo to try at the electronics store.
natural
If this gizmo breaks, I have no idea how to replace it.
natural