Definición y Significado de "backfire"

to backfire

VERBO

salir el tiro por la culata

to have a result contrary to what one desired or intended

Intransitive

Example

Trying to gain popularity, the politician 's controversial statement backfired, causing a public outcry.

The company 's decision to cut costs unexpectedly backfired, leading to a decline in product quality.

The strategy to increase sales by raising prices backfired as customers turned to cheaper alternatives.

realizar un contrafuego, practicar un fuego controlado

to intentionally start a small fire in order to control or prevent the spread of a larger fire

Intransitive

dar marcha atrás, explotar en el motor

(of a vehicle or its engine) to experience an explosion in the engine or exhaust system due to improper timing, causing a loud noise or malfunction

Intransitive

Backfire

SUSTANTIVO

retroceso, contratiempo

a miscalculation that recoils on its maker

explosión, retroceso

a loud, sudden explosion of unburned fuel in the engine or exhaust system

What is a "backfire"?

A backfire is a situation where a vehicle's engine produces a loud popping or explosive sound, often due to a problem with the combustion process. This occurs when fuel ignites in the engine's exhaust system or outside the combustion chamber. Backfires can be caused by issues like incorrect timing, a dirty fuel system, or engine failures. While backfires can be alarming, they are usually not dangerous, but they may indicate the need for repairs or adjustments to the engine to prevent further problems.

Example

A backfire could indicate issues with fuel mixture or ignition timing.

The mechanic diagnosed the backfire as a result of a faulty spark plug.

The old car occasionally experienced a backfire when starting up.

retroceso, explosión hacia atrás

the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired

fuego de contrafuego, fuego de retaguardia

a fire that is set intentionally in order to slow an approaching forest fire or grassfire by clearing a burned area in its path

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