Glossary entry (derived from question below)
English term or phrase:
x-ties
Spanish translation:
durmientes
Added to glossary by
Enrique Espinosa
Feb 27, 2008 19:07
16 yrs ago
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x-ties
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23. In 1972 the Peruvian government nationalized all companies in Peru. From 1972 to 1999 no investment was made on the railroad for improvements – just maintained the existing line and facilities.
24. In 1999 Railroad Privatized, little investment since, some x-ties.
25. Mentioned the cement company is a big customer/investor in the railroad (and they get priority service)
24. In 1999 Railroad Privatized, little investment since, some x-ties.
25. Mentioned the cement company is a big customer/investor in the railroad (and they get priority service)
Proposed translations
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| 4 +2 | durmientes |
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Mar 12, 2008 15:04: Enrique Espinosa Created KOG entry
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durmientes
x-ties = cross ties = durmientes, or ties or railway sleeper. Se trata de los durmientes de soporte en una vía férrea.
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Hector Aires
: Esta respuesta me da sueño.
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sí, como la bella durmiente...¡Gracias!
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slothm
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¡Gracias!
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