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to spark
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echar chispas, chispear
to emit small flashes of electricity or fire
Intransitive
Example
The faulty wire began to spark, indicating a potential electrical problem in the house.
El cable defectuoso comenzó a chispear, lo que indica un posible problema eléctrico en la casa.
As she struck the match against the rough surface, it sparked, lighting the candle on the table.
Mientras ella raspaba el fósforo contra la superficie áspera, chispeó, encendiendo la vela en la mesa.
02
desencadenar, provocar
to trigger or ignite a reaction, response, or action, often by provoking or inspiring someone or something to action
Transitive: to spark a reaction or response
Example
The passionate speech by the leader sparked a wave of enthusiasm among the crowd.
El apasionado discurso del líder desencadenó una ola de entusiasmo entre la multitud.
A simple act of kindness can often spark a chain reaction of goodwill in a community.
Un simple acto de amabilidad puede a menudo desencadenar una reacción en cadena de buena voluntad en una comunidad.
Spark
01
chispa, destello
a small, intense burst of light, flame, or electricity
Example
A spark flew from the campfire as the wind blew stronger.
Una chispa voló de la fogata mientras el viento soplaba más fuerte.
The spark from the wire ignited the dry leaves nearby.
La chispa del cable encendió las hojas secas cercanas.
02
chispa, destello
a momentary flash of light
03
chispa, arco eléctrico
electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field
04
chispa, centella
a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction
05
escritor escocés de novelas satíricas (nacido en 1918), autor escocés de novelas satíricas (nacido en 1918)
Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918)
06
chispa, germen
a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger
