Alumbrar (en. Light)

/aluˈmβɾaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To produce light or clarity in a place.
The sun begins to illuminate the horizon.
El sol comienza a alumbrar el horizonte.
To make something known or evident.
The report shed light on the irregularities in management.
El informe alumbró las irregularidades en la gestión.
To inspire someone, especially in a creative context.
The artwork inspired her to write her novel.
La obra de arte la alumbró para escribir su novela.

Etymology

From Latin 'alumbrare', which means to illuminate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to light the way
To indicate the direction or make a process clearer.
alumbrar el camino
to bring forth an idea
To formulate or develop a new concept.
alumbrar una idea
to brighten the day
To make a day better or happier.
alumbrar el día

Related Words

to illuminate
To produce light or clarity.
iluminar
light
Visible radiation that allows objects to be perceived.
luz
to shine
To emit light, reflect it, or be radiant.
brillar

Slang Meanings

To realize something.
When I understood the joke, I finally got it.
Cuando entendí la broma, finalmente me alumbré.
To enlighten someone on a topic.
That conversation enlightened me about the situation.
Esa conversación me alumbró sobre la situación.