Noun
/gasoˈlina/
Gasolina refers to a refined petroleum product that is primarily used as fuel in internal combustion engines. In Spanish, it is commonly used in everyday conversation, especially in contexts involving vehicles, transportation, and energy. The frequency of use is high, predominantly in oral speech but also found in written contexts like media articles, reports, and technical specifications.
La gasolina está subiendo de precio este mes.
Gasoline prices are rising this month.
Necesito llenar el tanque de gasolina antes de viajar.
I need to fill the gasoline tank before traveling.
La gasolina puede ser dañina para el medio ambiente.
Gasoline can be harmful to the environment.
While "gasolina" is not frequently part of idiomatic expressions, it can appear in various contexts related to fuel or energy metaphorically. Here are some expressions:
Example: Sus comentarios solo echaron más gasolina al fuego de la discusión.
His comments only added more gasoline to the fire of the argument.
Estar a toda gasolina
To be full of energy/enthusiasm - Implies being energetic or lively.
Example: Hoy estoy a toda gasolina, quiero hacer muchas cosas.
Today I'm full of energy; I want to do a lot of things.
Repostar gasolina
To refuel - Generally used in contexts related to filling up a vehicle.
The word "gasolina" is derived from the Spanish term "gasóleo," which itself comes from the word "gas," rooted in the Latin "gasus." The suffix “-ina” is commonly used in chemistry to denote substances. Gasolina became commonly used as the term for the flammable liquid fuel derived from petroleum.
Synonyms: - Combustible - Fuel (in a broad context)
Antonyms: - Diésel (as a specific alternative fuel) - Vacío (empty, in the context of an empty tank)
The word "gasolina" occupies an essential place in discussions about energy, transportation, and environmental issues, reflecting its significance both practically and metaphorically in the Spanish language.