lighter

• Describe algo con poco peso, que no es pesado, o que tiene un color brillante o pálido.

Describes something that has little weight, is not heavy, or has a bright or pale color.

1. Not heavyA1formal

   Having little weight; easy to lift or carry.

   ligero

   • This bag is light; I can carry it easily.
   • Feathers are very light.
   • The light suitcase made travel convenient.

   Sinónimosairyfeatherweightfeatherylightweightslight

   Antónimosheavyweighty

2. BrightA1formal

   Producing or reflecting a lot of light; not dark.

   luminoso, claro

   • The room is light and airy.
   • She prefers light colors like white and yellow.
   • The light morning sun woke me up.

   Sinónimosbrightbrilliantglowingilluminatedluminousradiantshiningsunlit

   Antónimosdarkdimdullgloomymurkyobscureshadowy

3. Not dense or heavyA2informal

   Containing little fat, alcohol, or other heavy substances.

   ligero (poco denso o pesado)

   • This beer is light and refreshing.
   • I ordered a light salad for lunch.
   • She drinks light coffee with skim milk.

   Sinónimosdietlightweightlitethinweak

   Antónimosdenseheavysubstantialthickweighty

4. Easy or not seriousB1informal

   Not demanding much effort, time, or seriousness.

   ligero, poco serio

   • It's a light read for the beach.
   • The conversation was light and fun.
   • He made a light comment about the situation.

   Sinónimoseasyeffortlessfrivoloussimpleslightsuperficialtrivialundemanding

   Antónimosdifficulthardheavyseriousweighty

• Adverbio que significa «con poco peso físico o presión» o «fácilmente». Se usa para describir acciones realizadas con suavidad o sin pesadez, idéntico en forma al adjetivo.

An adverb meaning "with little physical weight or pressure" or "easily." It is used to describe actions performed gently or without heaviness, identical in form to the adjective.

1. With little weight or forceB1informal

   Used to describe touching, sleeping, eating, etc., with little weight or pressure.

   ligeramente

   • She sleeps very light and wakes up easily.
   • He touched her lightly on the shoulder.
   • They ate lightly before the big meal.

   Sinónimosdelicatelyfaintlygentlymildlyslightly

   Antónimoshard

2. Without much seriousnessB2informal

   In a casual or not serious manner.

   Sin seriedad

   • He took the criticism lightly.
   • She spoke lightly about her achievements.
   • Don't take the situation so lightly.

   Sinónimosairilycarelesslycasuallyflippantlyfrivolouslylightlynonchalantly

   Antónimosgravelyseriouslysolemnly

• Sustantivo que designa un dispositivo o material usado para encender fuego, o una embarcación plana utilizada para transportar cargas pesadas en canales.

A noun referring to a device used to ignite a fire or a substance used for kindling, or a flat-bottomed boat used for carrying heavy loads on canals.

1. Igniting substanceB2formal

   A material used to start or kindle a fire, such as kindling or a fire starter.

   Material para encender fuego

   • They used dry leaves as a lighter to start the campfire.
   • The survival kit included a piece of flint for a lighter.
   • He gathered small twigs to serve as a lighter for the logs.

   Sinónimosfirelighterigniterkindlingtinder

2. Fire-starting deviceA2formal

   A portable device, typically filled with fuel, used to produce a flame for igniting cigarettes, stoves, or fires.

   Encendedor

   • She flicked her lighter to light the candle.
   • He always carries a lighter in his pocket.
   • The campers used a butane lighter to start the grill.

   Sinónimoscigarette lighterigniterpocket lighter

3. Flat-bottomed boatB2formalbritishtechnical

   A type of barge with a flat bottom, used for transporting heavy goods on canals or inland waterways.

   Gánguil

   • The canal was crowded with lighters carrying coal.
   • The crew unloaded the cargo from the lighter onto the dock.
   • A lighter is commonly used to move goods between ships and shore.

   Sinónimosbargeflatboatscow