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    Bombilla (en. Lightbulb)

    /bomˈbi.ʝa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An element that produces light when electric current passes through it.
    The light bulb burned out and we had to change it.
    La bombilla se fundió y tuvimos que cambiarla.
    A glass or container for drinking, especially in mate culture.
    She drank mate with her stainless steel straw.
    Ella tomó el mate con su bombilla de acero inoxidable.
    A small accessory used in lighting systems.
    The lamp needs a new bulb.
    La lámpara necesita una bombilla nueva.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'bombilla', diminutive of 'bomba', which refers to its shape and function of 'injecting' light.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    energy-saving light bulb
    A bulb that uses less energy than traditional ones.
    bombilla de bajo consumo
    LED light bulb
    A bulb that uses light-emitting diodes to illuminate.
    bombilla LED
    to put in a light bulb
    To change or install a bulb in a location.
    poner una bombilla

    Related Words

    light
    It is the form of visible energy that allows one to see objects.
    luz
    electricity
    A form of energy used to illuminate and operate devices.
    electricidad
    lighting
    The process of providing light to a space.
    iluminación

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to a bright or innovative idea.
    That idea is a bright one, you should share it.
    Esa idea es una bombilla, deberías compartirla.
    In some cultures, it is used to refer to a person who is under the influence of drugs.
    He crossed the line and now he's acting like a light bulb.
    Se pasó de la raya y ahora está como una bombilla.