Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Campana (en. Campaign)

    /kamˈpana/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A percussion musical instrument that consists of a cavity, usually in the shape of a conical trunk, that produces sound when struck.
    The sound of the bell echoed throughout the town.
    El sonido de la campana resonó por todo el pueblo.
    A device used in churches or ceremonies to signal hours or events.
    Every noon, the church bell marks the hour.
    Cada mediodía, la campana de la iglesia marca la hora.
    An element in telecommunications systems that indicates the operation of some equipment or device.
    The bell rang, signaling that the meeting was about to begin.
    La campana sonó avisando que la reunión iba a comenzar.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'campāna', which means 'from Campania', a region in Italy famous for its bells.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to announce something important
    To announce something important or significant.
    dar la campana
    to interrupt an action or event
    To interrupt an action or event.
    romper la campana
    vaccination campaign
    Public health program aimed at vaccinating the population.
    campana de vacunación
    to ring the bell
    To call to action or gather people.
    hacer sonar la campana

    Related Words

    bell tower
    Structure where the bells are located.
    campanario
    bell ringer
    Person who rings the bell.
    campanista
    alarm bell
    Device that emits a warning sound.
    campana de alarma
    wind bell
    Decorative element that sounds when moved by the wind.
    campana de viento

    Slang Meanings

    To make noise or attract attention loudly.
    At the party, everyone was making noise with their stories.
    En la fiesta, todos estaban campaneando con sus historias.
    To be in a complicated or overloaded situation.
    I'm overloaded with so much work I have to submit.
    Estoy campaneando con tanto trabajo que tengo que entregar.