irradiar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Irradiar is a verb.

Phonetic Transcription

The phonetic transcription of irradiar in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /iraðˈjaɾ/.

Translation Options into English

The verb irradiar can be translated into English as: - To irradiate - To radiate - To emit (radiation)

Meaning and Usage

The word irradiar generally means to emit or spread energy in the form of radiation. It is used in various contexts, including physics (to describe the emission of energy), military (to describe the usage of radiation), and general contexts where light or energy is spread. The frequency of use is moderate, primarily used in written contexts such as scientific literature, medical texts, and technical manuals, though it may appear in oral discussions about similar subjects.

Example Sentences

1. El estudio mostró que el sol puede irradiar energía en diversas longitudes de onda.

2. "The study showed that the sun can irradiate energy at various wavelengths."

3. Las máquinas de rayos X irradian radiación para obtener imágenes médicas.

4. "X-ray machines irradiate radiation to obtain medical images."

5. Es esencial que los trabajadores no se expongan a zonas que irradian radiactividad.

6. "It is essential that workers do not expose themselves to areas that irradiate radioactivity."

Idiomatic Expressions

While irradiar is not extensively found in idiomatic expressions, it may be part of broader phrases referring to emitting qualities or influences.

Example Sentences

1. Irradiar confianza es fundamental en un líder.

2. "Radiating confidence is fundamental in a leader."

3. El amor que siente por su familia irradia en su comportamiento.

4. "The love he has for his family radiates in his behavior."

5. Ella irradia alegría siempre que entra en una habitación.

6. "She radiates joy whenever she enters a room."

Etymology

The term irradiar comes from the Latin word irradiāre, which means "to beam forth, to shine, or to emit rays." It combines the prefix in- meaning "within" or "into" and the root radiare, which means "to shine."

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Emitir (to emit) - Difundir (to spread) - Radiar (to radiate)

Antonyms: - Absorber (to absorb) - Retener (to retain)