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    Enciende (en. Turn on)

    /enθjen̟de/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To make something begin to burn.
    The firefighter ignites the bonfire to warm the environment.
    El bombero enciende la fogata para calentar el ambiente.
    To activate a device so that it works.
    She turns on the television to watch the news.
    Ella enciende la televisión para ver las noticias.
    To awaken an emotion or a feeling.
    His poem ignites the passion for life in his readers.
    Su poema enciende la pasión por la vida en sus lectores.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'incendere', which means 'to set on fire'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ignite the spark
    To initiate something, especially a relationship or an idea.
    enciende la chispa
    ignite the passion
    To awaken a strong interest or desire in someone.
    enciende la pasión

    Related Words

    lighter
    A device for starting a fire or a flame.
    encendedor
    fire
    A combination of elements that produces light and heat.
    fuego

    Slang Meanings

    To excite or thrill someone.
    That song really ignites people at parties.
    Esa canción realmente enciende a la gente en las fiestas.
    To activate a festive or lively atmosphere.
    That person knows how to light up the party.
    Esa persona sabe cómo enciende la fiesta.