"Lena" is a noun in Spanish.
The phonetic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /ˈlena/.
In Spanish, "lena" refers to wood that is used for burning, typically in a fireplace or stove. The term can also refer to timber in a more general sense. "Lena" is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, though its frequency may vary based on regional usage. It is more prevalent in discussions about cooking, warmth in cold weather, or discussions related to carpentry.
Example Sentences:
- "Necesitamos comprar lena para la chimenea."
"We need to buy firewood for the fireplace."
"La lena está apilada en el patio."
"The wood is stacked in the yard."
"En invierno, siempre utilizamos lena para calentarnos."
"In winter, we always use firewood to keep warm."
While "lena" itself is not commonly part of many idiomatic expressions, the concept of "lena" can appear in metaphorical uses within the context of warmth or energy. Here are a few relevant idiomatic expressions:
"No deberías echar leña al fuego de esa discusión."
"You shouldn't add fuel to the fire of that argument."
"Estar en la leña"
(To be in the wood) – This is a colloquial way of saying someone is in trouble or a difficult situation.
"Juan está en la leña por no entregar su tarea."
"Juan is in trouble for not turning in his homework."
"Sacar leña del árbol caído"
(To take wood from the fallen tree) – This expression refers to taking advantage of someone else's misfortune.
The word "lena" comes from the Latin "lĭgna," which also means wood or timber. This root has influenced similar terms in other Romance languages.
Synonyms: - Madera (wood) - Leña seca (dry wood)
Antonyms: - Fuego (fire, as opposed to wood, which is burned)