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“lighter” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/meˈtʃeɾo/

Example

¿Tienes un mechero?

Do you have a lighter?

Illustration for mechero (lighter)

How to say “lighter” in Spanish

“Lighter” in Spanish is mechero.

Portable device that produces a small controlled flame for lighting.

Full entry for mechero: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with mechero

Si vas a la playa, trae un mechero por si hace falta.

If you go to the beach, bring a lighter just in case.

Tips for using mechero

  • In Spain mechero is the common conversational word for a lighter and people often say '¿Me prestas un mechero?' to borrow one, while in many parts of Latin America encendedor is more usual.

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