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chamuscar
scorch
The term 'chamuscar' does not have a direct translation in English. It is a Spanish regional slang that refers to 'chatting, talking nonsense or making fun'. Its meaning can change depending on the context it is used in.
Example sentences using: chamuscar
El fuego empezó a chamuscar la madera.
The fire started to char the wood.
This phrase illustrates the effect of fire on wood, indicating that it is burning and getting damaged.
Cuidado, no dejes que el sol chamusque la piel.
Be careful, don’t let the sun scorch your skin.
This example warns about the harmful effects of sun exposure, using 'chamuscar' to describe the potential damage to the skin.
El chef accidentalmente dejó caer la carne en la parrilla y la chamuscó.
The chef accidentally dropped the meat on the grill and scorched it.
This sentence describes a common cooking mishap where food is burned due to contact with a hot grill.