Campanillas (en. Bells)
/kam.pa.'ni.ʝas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Plant of the genus Campanula characterized by its bell-shaped flowers.
The bellflowers in the garden bloom in spring.
Las campanillas del jardín florecen en primavera.
Melodious sound similar to that of a bell.
The wind made the doorbells ring.
El viento hacía sonar las campanillas de la puerta.
Colloquial name for certain flowers or soft melodies.
He loves the sound of the bellflowers in the field.
Le encanta el canto de las campanillas en el campo.
Etymology
From Latin 'campanula', diminutive of 'campana'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to sound like little bells
To refer to a clear and melodic sound.
sonar como campanillas
to be radiant
To be radiant or very well presented.
estar de campanillas
Related Words
bell
Metal instrument that produces a sound when struck.
campana
bell tower
Structure where bells are placed.
campanario
small bell
Small bell or an organ of the throat.
campanilla
Slang Meanings
Reflection of joy or happiness.
He is so happy that he seems to have bellflowers.
Él está tan contento que parece que tiene campanillas.
Something that stands out or is charming.
That song has little bells; I love it.
Esa canción tiene campanillas, me encanta.