What does "compuerta" mean in English?

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Spanish

compuerta

English

gate

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Alternative translations of "compuerta"

sluice
valve
floodgate
dam

Examples of how to use "compuerta" in Spanish

Spanish
Abrieron la compuerta de la presa.
English
They opened the dam gate.
Spanish
La compuerta del canal se abrió lentamente.
English
The canal gate opened slowly.
Spanish
Cierra la compuerta antes de salir.
English
Close the gate before leaving.
Spanish
La compuerta evita inundaciones en la ciudad.
English
The gate prevents floods in the city.
Spanish
¿Quieres ver la compuerta del puente?
English
Do you want to see the bridge gate?

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Abrieron la compuerta de la presa.

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