alto el fuego
Stop the fire
'Alto el fuego' is a Spanish phrase which literally translates to 'stop the fire' in English. However, this phrase is more commonly used to mean 'ceasefire' in a military context. It refers to an agreement made between two or more parties to stop fighting or warfare for a certain period of time. It's not typically used to refer to extinguishing a physical fire.
Example sentences using: alto el fuego
El negociador logró un alto el fuego después de intensas conversaciones.
The negotiator achieved a ceasefire after intense conversations.
This sentence is about a negotiator who, after having intense discussions, was able to result in a ceasefire. 'Alto el fuego' refers to a temporary suspension of fighting; a truce.
Después de muchas batallas, se declaró un alto el fuego.
After many battles, a ceasefire was declared.
This sentence is about a ceasefire being declared after numerous battles have taken place. 'Alto el fuego' in this context refers to a formal agreement to stop fighting and begin peace talks.
Es necesario que haya un alto el fuego para poder llevar a cabo las conversaciones de paz.
It is necessary that there is a ceasefire in order to carry out peace talks.
This sentence expresses the necessity of a ceasefire, or 'alto el fuego', for successful peace negotiations. It implies that without the cessation of fighting, peace talks may not be possible or productive.