lingote
ingot
The Spanish word 'lingote' translates to 'ingot' in English. This term commonly refers to a piece of metal, typically oblong in shape, that is usually molded and can be refined into a specific shape such as a bar. These objects are often made from precious metals such as gold or silver. The term 'lingote' can also be used metaphorically in Spanish to denote a large amount of money.
Example sentences using: lingote
Tengo un lingote de oro en mi casa.
I have a gold bar in my house.
This phrase is used to express owning a physical asset, in this case, it's a gold bar. 'Lingote de oro' in Spanish directly translates to 'gold bar' in English.
El lingote de chocolate es su postre favorito.
The chocolate bar is his favorite dessert.
This is a common way to express someone's preference or likes. Here, the phrase 'lingote de chocolate' refers to a 'chocolate bar', indicating that this is the person's preferred dessert.
El precio del lingote de plata ha bajado.
The price of the silver bar has gone down.
This is a statement often heard in conversations about economics, financial markets or investment in precious metals. The term 'lingote de plata' is a 'silver bar' and the phrase indicates fluctuations in its market price.