streetlight

The Spanish word 'farola' translates to 'streetlight' in English. A streetlight is a raised source of light on the edge of a road or pathway, which is turned on or lit at a certain time every night. Modern lamps may also have light-sensitive photocells to turn them on at dusk, off at dawn, or activate automatically in dark weather. In general, 'farola' represents a device designed to illuminate areas at night or during low light conditions for safety, visibility and aesthetics.

Example sentences using: farola

Está sentado bajo la farola.

He is seated under the streetlight.

This sentence uses 'farola' in a context showing that it can also be used as a point of reference for location.

La farola ilumina la calle por la noche.

The streetlight illuminates the street at night.

This sentence describes a common function of a 'farola', which is to provide light during the night.

El poste de la farola está oxidado.

The lamp post is rusted.

In this sentence, 'farola' is used to refer to the entire structure, including the post, not just the light fixture itself.