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    Carbón (en. Coal)

    /karˈβon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A substance composed mainly of carbon, obtained from the decomposition of organic matter in the absence of air.
    Coal is used in many industries to generate energy.
    El carbón se usa en muchas industrias para generar energía.
    Chemical element with atomic number 6, used in the formation of organic compounds.
    Carbon is fundamental to life on Earth.
    El carbono es fundamental para la vida en la Tierra.
    Material used to flavor food on grills.
    Charcoal adds a smoky flavor to grilled meat.
    El carbón vegetal aporta un sabor ahumado a la carne asada.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'carbō'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in coal
    To be in a difficult or complicated situation.
    estar en carbón
    to pay in coal
    To place a heavy or unpleasant burden on someone.
    pagar en carbón

    Related Words

    activated carbon
    Material used in air and water filtration and purification.
    carbón activado
    coal mineral
    Type of coal extracted from mines, used as fuel.
    carbón mineral
    charcoal
    Coal obtained from the burning of wood in the absence of air.
    carbón vegetal

    Slang Meanings

    Money in small amounts, often considered of little value.
    I only have coal left to go to the movies.
    No tengo más que carbón para ir al cine.
    A person who is unsuccessful in their endeavors.
    He is always in coal; nothing ever goes right for him.
    Siempre está en carbón; nunca le sale nada bien.