Alumbra (en. Illuminates)

/a.lum.bra/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To produce or emit light.
The lamp illuminates the entire room.
La lámpara alumbra toda la habitación.
To illuminate or give clarity to something.
This book reveals many hidden truths.
Este libro alumbra muchas verdades ocultas.
To give life or energy to a place.
The sun illuminates the dawn with its golden light.
El sol alumbra el amanecer con su luz dorada.

Etymology

From Latin 'alumbrare', which means 'to illuminate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

illuminates the way
Indicates that something offers guidance or direction.
alumbra el camino
illuminates my life
Refers to something or someone that brings happiness or clarity.
alumbra mi vida
the truth illuminates
Expresses that the truth will always find its way.
la verdad alumbra

Related Words

light
Visible radiation that allows sight.
luz
shine
Reflection of light on a surface.
brillo
clarity
Quality of being clear or evident.
claridad

Slang Meanings

To disclose a secret or a truth.
That gossip reveals what really happened.
Ese chisme alumbra lo que realmente pasó.
To inspire or motivate someone.
That movie inspires the desire to keep fighting.
Esa película alumbra las ganas de seguir luchando.