Fogata (en. Campfire)

/foˈɡata/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Fire that is created outdoors.
We gathered around the bonfire to tell stories.
Nos reunimos alrededor de la fogata para contar historias.
Fire intended for heating or cooking outdoors.
They prepared a bonfire to roast marshmallows.
Prepararon una fogata para asar malvaviscos.
Event or gathering centered around a bonfire.
The beach bonfire was an unforgettable moment.
La fogata de la playa fue un momento inolvidable.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'focus', which means fire or heat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a bonfire
To create a bonfire, usually in a camping setting.
hacer una fogata
around the bonfire
To be near a bonfire, typically in a social context.
alrededor de la fogata
camping bonfire
Bonfire made during a camping activity.
fogata de campamento

Related Words

bonfire (large, ceremonial)
Large fire, usually intended for purification or as a symbol.
hoguera
barbecue
Technique of cooking meat over an open flame.
asado
camping
Recreational activity involving camping outdoors.
camping

Slang Meanings

Social gathering around the fire.
We are going to have a bonfire at my house this weekend.
Vamos a hacer una fogata en mi casa este fin de semana.
Festive event related to fire.
The New Year's bonfire was amazing.
La fogata de año nuevo fue increíble.