Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Bala (en. Bullet)

    /ˈbala/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Projectile element used in firearms.
    The bullet went through the wall.
    La bala atravesó la pared.
    A metal projectile used in shooting sports.
    The shooter used a special bullet for the competition.
    El tirador utilizó una bala especial para la competición.
    A round object thrown with force, like a ball in some games.
    The boy threw the paper bullet towards the basket.
    El niño lanzó la bala de papel hacia la canasta.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'bŭlla', which means 'ball' or 'sphere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a bullet
    With intensity or force, often refers to acting without reservations.
    a bala
    loading the bullets
    Preparing for a confrontation or conflict.
    cargar las balas

    Related Words

    ballistics
    Science that studies the movement of projectiles.
    balística
    gunshot
    Bullet shot that hits someone or something.
    balazo

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to something very good or excellent.
    That party was awesome.
    Esa fiesta estuvo de bala.
    Used to describe a dangerous or critical situation.
    The situation got dangerous last night.
    La situación se puso de bala anoche.