Bujía (en. Spark plug)

/buˈxia/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Component of an engine responsible for creating the spark for combustion.

The spark plug should be changed periodically to ensure the engine operates properly.

La bujía se debe cambiar cada cierto tiempo para asegurar el buen funcionamiento del motor.

Element used in ignition systems of vehicles.

A faulty spark plug can cause starting problems.

Una bujía en mal estado puede causar problemas de arranque.

From the French 'bougie', which means candle, due to its similar shape.

lit spark plug

Refers to a spark plug that is functioning properly.

bujía encendida

change the spark plug

Replacing an old spark plug with a new one.

cambiar la bujía

spark plug test

Inspection performed to check the condition of the spark plugs.

prueba de bujías

engine

Machine that converts energy into motion.

motor

combustion

Chemical reaction that produces heat and light from fuel.

combustión

The spark plug refers to a person who adds excitement to boring situations.

She is the spark plug of the party, always cheering everyone up.

Ella es la bujía de la fiesta, siempre animando a todos.

Used to describe something that initiates an action or idea.

That idea was the spark plug of our project.

Esa idea fue la bujía de nuestro proyecto.