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    Bola (en. Ball)

    /'bola/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A round body that can be made of different materials and sizes.
    The boy threw the ball in the air.
    El niño lanzó la bola al aire.
    In some sports, a ball that is used to play.
    The team needs a new soccer ball.
    El equipo necesita una nueva bola de fútbol.
    A spherical object used in games or recreational activities.
    We had fun in the park playing with a ball.
    Nos divertimos en el parque jugando con una bola.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'bulla', which means bubble or sphere.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to pay attention
    To pay attention or interest to someone or something.
    dar bola
    to form a ball
    To shape an object into a sphere, usually from paper or another material.
    hacer bola
    snowball
    A situation that grows or escalates quickly.
    bola de nieve

    Related Words

    crystal ball
    An object used for divination.
    bola de cristal
    fireball
    Ignition or explosion that creates a sphere of fire.
    bola de fuego

    Slang Meanings

    A big lie or an exaggeration.
    Don't tell me lies; I know that's not true.
    No me cuentes bolas, sé que eso no es cierto.
    Referring to a complicated or tangled situation.
    That meeting was a waste; we didn't resolve anything.
    Esa reunión fue una bola, no resolvimos nada.