Bomba (en. Bomb)

/ˈbomb.a/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: Explosive device that causes an explosion.

Example Sentence: The bomb detonated in the center of the city.

La bomba detonó en el centro de la ciudad.

Definition: Machine that elevates or moves liquids or gases.

Example Sentence: We need a pump for the irrigation system.

Necesitamos una bomba para el sistema de riego.

Definition: In some Latin American countries, it refers to a very lively party or celebration.

Example Sentence: Last night's party was a blast.

La fiesta de anoche fue una bomba.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'bombus', meaning noise or explosion.

Common Phrase: time bomb

Common Phrase Meaning: An explosive device that is set to explode at a specific moment.

bomba de tiempo

Common Phrase: to be a blast

Common Phrase Meaning: To be something surprising, extraordinary, or exciting.

ser una bomba

Common Phrase: news bomb

Common Phrase Meaning: Shocking news or something that causes great uproar.

bomba informativa

Related Word: explosion

Related Word Description: The rapid expansion of gases resulting from a detonation.

explosión

Related Word: explosive

Related Word Description: Substance capable of causing an explosion.

explosivo

Related Word: party

Related Word Description: Lively celebration with music and dancing.

fiesta

Slang Meaning: Something very good or impressive.

Slang Example: That movie is a blast, the best I've seen.

Esa película es una bomba, la mejor que he visto.

Slang Meaning: An exciting or thrilling situation.

Slang Example: Last night's game was amazing, I've never seen anything like it.

El juego de anoche fue una bomba, nunca vi algo igual.