Soplo (en. Breath)

/ˈsoplo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A brief current of air produced by blowing.
The breath of fresh air made me feel better.
El soplo de aire fresco me hizo sentir mejor.
A slight whisper or murmur.
I heard a whisper of voice in the dark.
Escuché un soplo de voz en la oscuridad.
verb
The action of expelling air from the mouth.
He blew out the candles on the cake.
Él sopló las velas del pastel.

Etymology

From Latin 'soplus', which means 'blow' or 'inhalation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

breath of life
A new opportunity or a renewed stimulus.
soplo de vida
give a tip
To inform someone about something, usually discreetly.
dar un soplo

Related Words

blow
Expelling air through the mouth.
soplar
snort
A strong blow or noise produced by expelling air.
resoplido
breath
The air that comes out of the lungs when speaking or breathing.
aliento

Slang Meanings

Whisper or gossip that is passed secretly.
That's a tip that shouldn't be disclosed.
Ese es un soplo que no se debe divulgar.
Advice or warning among friends.
He gave me a tip about the surprise party.
Me dio un soplo sobre la fiesta sorpresa.