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    Ráfaga (en. Burst)

    /ˈraf.a.ɣa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A strong and brief gust of wind.
    The gust of wind knocked down some trees.
    La ráfaga de viento derribó algunos árboles.
    A sudden and violent attack, especially in a military context.
    The burst of gunfire surprised the soldiers.
    La ráfaga de disparos sorprendió a los soldados.
    A brief flash or explosion of light or energy.
    The burst of fireworks lit up the sky.
    La ráfaga de fuegos artificiales iluminó el cielo.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin term 'raffaha', which means 'breath' or 'explosion'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gust of wind
    A strong and sudden flow of air.
    ráfaga de viento
    burst of gunfire
    A sudden attack with firearms.
    ráfaga de disparos
    burst of emotions
    An intense and momentary feeling.
    ráfaga de emociones

    Related Words

    wind
    Movement of air in the atmosphere.
    viento
    explosion
    Rapid breakage of an object that releases energy violently.
    explosión
    shot
    Act of firing a weapon.
    disparo

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it refers to a quick series of unexpected events.
    I had a burst of work to do this weekend.
    Tuve una ráfaga de trabajos que hacer este fin de semana.
    It can be used to describe a brief streak of luck.
    I experienced a burst of good luck at the casino.
    Estuve en una ráfaga de buena suerte en el casino.