foco eléctrico (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun phrase.

Phonetic Transcription

/fɔko elektɾiko/

How the word is used in Spanish

"Foco eléctrico" is a common term used in technical fields and refers to an "electric bulb" or "light bulb." It is predominantly used in written context in technical manuals or discussions but can also be used in oral communication.

Example Sentences

1. La bombilla se fundió y necesitamos cambiar el foco eléctrico.

2. The light bulb burned out, and we need to change the electric bulb.

3. ¿Has visto el nuevo foco eléctrico que instalaron en el laboratorio?

4. Have you seen the new light bulb they installed in the lab?

Idiomatic Expressions

"Foco eléctrico" is not commonly used as a part of idiomatic expressions in Spanish.

Etymology

• "Foco" comes from the Latin word "focus," meaning "hearth" or "fireplace."
• "Eléctrico" comes from the Latin word "electricus," related to "elektron," meaning "amber."

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms:
• Bombilla eléctrica - Light bulb

• Lámpara eléctrica - Electric lamp

• Antonyms:

• Foco manual - Manual focus
• Foco de gas - Gas light