back fire in Spanish

back fire in Spanish is contrafuego, deflagración de escape.

back fire in Spanish

contrafuego

noun

A small, controlled fire set in the path of a larger uncontrolled fire, in order to limit the spread of the large fire by removing its fuel.

deflagración de escape

noun

An explosion produced either by a running internal combustion engine that occurs in the air intake or exhaust system rather than inside the combustion chamber or unburned fuel or hydrocarbons ignited somewhere in the exhaust system.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "back fire" in Spanish?

"back fire" in Spanish is contrafuego, deflagración de escape.

Are there other ways to say "back fire" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "back fire": contrafuego, deflagración de escape.

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