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to spark
01
scintillare
to emit small flashes of electricity or fire
Intransitive
Example
The faulty wire began to spark, indicating a potential electrical problem in the house.
Il cavo difettoso cominciò a scoccare, indicando un potenziale problema elettrico nella casa.
As she struck the match against the rough surface, it sparked, lighting the candle on the table.
Mentre sfregava il fiammifero contro la superficie ruvida, scintillò, accendendo la candela sul tavolo.
02
attivare
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.
Il discorso appassionato del leader ha acceso un'ondata di entusiasmo tra la folla.
A simple act of kindness can often spark a chain reaction of goodwill in a community.
Un semplice atto di gentilezza può spesso innescare una reazione a catena di buona volontà in una comunità.
Spark
01
scintilla
a small, intense burst of light, flame, or electricity
Example
A spark flew from the campfire as the wind blew stronger.
The spark from the wire ignited the dry leaves nearby.
02
scintilla, lampo
a momentary flash of light
03
scossa, scintilla
electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field
04
scintilla, fiammella
a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction
05
Spark, Scrittore satirico scozzese
Scottish writer of satirical novels (born in 1918)
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seme, scintilla
a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger
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