English–Spanish
“trigger” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/detoˈnante/
Example
La discusión fue el detonante de su ruptura.
The argument was the trigger for their breakup.
How to say “trigger” in Spanish
“Trigger” in Spanish is detonante.
A single spark that sets off a much larger reaction.
Example sentences with detonante
La frase sacada de contexto sirvió de detonante para el enfrentamiento entre vecinos.
The phrase taken out of context served as the trigger for the confrontation between neighbors.
Tips for using detonante
- Commonly used with de (el detonante de) to name the specific event or fact that starts a chain, and it denotes a cause rather than the physical device detonador.
Other Spanish words for “trigger”
La lluvia fuerte desencadenó inundaciones en la ciudad.
The heavy rain triggered floods in the city.