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    Relámpago (en. Lightning)

    /reˈlãmpaɡo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The natural phenomenon that appears as intense and rapid light.
    The lightning illuminated the whole night during the storm.
    El relámpago iluminó toda la noche durante la tormenta.
    The light produced by an electrical discharge in the atmosphere.
    We saw a lightning and then heard the thunder.
    Vimos un relámpago y luego escuchamos el trueno.
    A lightning can be a sign of bad weather.
    The lightning is a sign that rain is about to come.
    El relámpago es un signo de que la lluvia está por venir.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'relampāgo', which means 'to flash'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lightning in the storm
    A natural phenomenon associated with adverse weather conditions.
    relámpago en la tormenta
    like a lightning
    Quickly, or in a surprising manner.
    como un relámpago

    Related Words

    thunder
    Sound that accompanies lightning during a storm.
    trueno
    storm
    Meteorological phenomenon that includes rain, wind, and lightning.
    tormenta

    Slang Meanings

    Something that happens very quickly or unexpectedly.
    He left the party like a lightning.
    Se fue de la fiesta como un relámpago.
    A person who acts impulsively.
    Juan is a lightning, he always makes decisions without thinking.
    Juan es un relámpago, siempre toma decisiones sin pensar.