Bombas (en. Bombs)

/bom.bas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Explosive device that causes explosions.
The city was evacuated due to the threat of bombs.
La ciudad fue evacuada debido a la amenaza de bombas.
Device used to move liquids or gases.
They installed bombs in the irrigation system.
Instalaron bombas en el sistema de riego.
In the context of music, it refers to a strong rhythm or movement.
The song has bombs that make the ground vibrate.
La canción tiene bombas que hacen vibrar el suelo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'bombus', which means noise or rumble.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to plant bombs
To place explosives in a location.
poner bombas
water bombs
Devices used to pump water.
bombas de agua
vacuum bombs
Machinery used to create a vacuum.
bombas de vacío

Related Words

time bomb
Explosive device programmed to detonate at a specific time.
bomba de tiempo
stink bomb
A ball that emits an unpleasant odor.
bomba fétida
fuel bomb
Device that supplies fuel to an engine.
bomba de combustible

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, it refers to something that is impressive or surprising.
Last night's party was amazing.
La fiesta de anoche estuvo bomba.
Expression indicating that something is very good.
That concert was awesome, I loved it.
Ese concierto fue bomba, me encantó.