combustible
“combustible” means “fuel” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fuel
Also: gasoline, propellant
📝 In Action
El precio del combustible ha subido mucho este mes.
A2The price of fuel has gone up a lot this month.
El avión tiene suficiente combustible para cruzar el océano.
A2The plane has enough fuel to cross the ocean.
La madera es un combustible natural muy usado en las chimeneas.
B1Wood is a natural fuel widely used in fireplaces.
combustible
Also: flammable, burnable
📝 In Action
La etiqueta dice que el líquido es altamente combustible.
B1The label says the liquid is highly combustible (flammable).
Los materiales no combustibles deben guardarse por separado.
B2Non-combustible materials must be stored separately.
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Words that translate to "combustible" in Spanish:
burnable→combustible→flammable→fuel→gasoline→propellant→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: combustible
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'combustible' as an adjective?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Late Latin word *combustibilis*, meaning 'that which can be burned,' derived from the verb *combūrere* (to burn up). It shares roots with the English word 'combustion'.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'combustible' refer only to gasoline?
No. While it's often used when talking about car gas, 'combustible' is a general term for any material used to create energy through burning, including wood, natural gas, diesel, and kerosene.
How is 'combustible' different from 'inflamable'?
They mean almost the same thing! Both words describe something that catches fire easily. 'Combustible' is slightly more general (describing the material itself), while 'inflamable' emphasizes the ease of ignition. In warning signs, both are often used.