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fuego

English translation of fuego

fire

The word 'fuego' in Spanish translates to 'fire' in English. It is commonly used in Spanish to refer to the natural element, fire, that we use for warmth, cooking, destruction and in many other metaphorical contexts just like in English. For example, 'este casa está en fuego' means 'this house is on fire'.


Example sentences using: fuego

Debemos apagar el fuego.

English translation of Debemos apagar el fuego.

We must put out the fire.

In this sentence, 'fuego' signifies a literal fire. This is a phrase one might use in an emergency situation.

La comida está en fuego.

English translation of La comida está en fuego.

The food is on fire.

This phrase could be used when cooking and the food unexpectedly catches fire. In this context, 'fuego' is used to refer to fire.

El edificio está en fuego.

English translation of El edificio está en fuego.

The building is on fire.

In this phrase, 'fuego' refers to a common disaster - a building catching fire, and can be used to alert others about the dangerous situation.

Hay fuego en sus ojos.

English translation of Hay fuego en sus ojos.

There's fire in her eyes.

This is a metaphorical phrase. 'Fuego' in one's eyes refers to determination or strong emotions.

Este es mi fuego interior.

English translation of Este es mi fuego interior.

This is my inner fire.

In this context, 'fuego' is used metaphorically to represent passion or motivation within oneself.

El fuego de la chimenea es acogedor.

English translation of El fuego de la chimenea es acogedor.

The fireplace fire is cozy.

Here, 'fuego' refers to the fire in a fireplace that provides warmth, often creating a cozy atmosphere.

El dragón sopló fuego.

English translation of El dragón sopló fuego.

The dragon blew fire.

In this phrase, 'fuego' refers to the mythical characteristic of dragons to breathe fire.

El amor es un fuego que arde sin ser visto.

English translation of El amor es un fuego que arde sin ser visto.

Love is a fire that burns without being seen.

A poetic phrase where 'fuego' is used to metaphorically represent the passionate aspect of love.

Estoy jugando con fuego.

English translation of Estoy jugando con fuego.

I'm playing with fire.

This phrase is a common saying and 'fuego' here is symbolic to danger or taking risks.

El fuego se extendió rápidamente.

English translation of El fuego se extendió rápidamente.

The fire spread quickly.

This is a phrase typically used when describing a wildfire or large fire. Here, 'fuego' refers to an uncontrolled fire.

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