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    Lamparilla (en. Little lamp)

    /lam.paˈri.ʝa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Small-sized lamp used to illuminate small spaces.
    The little lamp on the table created a cozy atmosphere.
    La lamparilla de la mesa creó un ambiente acogedor.
    Portable light that runs on batteries, used for outdoor activities.
    I brought a little lamp to light up the camp at night.
    Llevé una lamparilla para iluminar el campamento por la noche.
    Low-energy lamp used for decorations.
    I bought several little lamps to decorate the room.
    Compré varias lamparillas para decorar la habitación.

    Etymology

    Diminutive of 'lamp', which comes from the Latin 'lampada'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give light with a little lamp
    To illuminate something or someone temporarily.
    dar luz con lamparilla
    little lamp at night
    It refers to a portable light source used in the dark.
    lamparilla de noche

    Related Words

    lamp
    Device that produces light.
    lámpara
    lighting
    Action and effect of illuminating.
    iluminación
    bulb
    Device that emits light.
    foco
    little lantern
    Small lantern.
    farolito

    Slang Meanings

    Use of little lamp as an affectionate diminutive.
    He calls his daughter 'my little lamp' because she is so bright.
    Le dice 'mi lamparilla' a su hija por lo brillante que es.
    Term used on excursions to refer to portable lights.
    Did you bring the little lamp for the cave?
    ¿Trajiste la lamparilla para la cueva?