How to Say "bullet point" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “bullet point” is “balazo” — C1 level.
English → SpanishC1
nounC1
a highlighted piece of information
Examples
El balazo de la noticia debe ser impactante.
The news kicker needs to be striking.
Usa balazos para resaltar los beneficios del producto.
Use bullet points to highlight the product's benefits.
Escribe un balazo corto antes del titular principal.
Write a short kicker before the main headline.
Figurative Language
In media, 'balazo' is used figuratively because the text is meant to 'hit' the reader quickly, just like a bullet.
Literal vs. Figurative
Mistake: “Using 'balazo' for a normal sentence.”
Correction: Use it only for punchy, short phrases meant to grab attention in a design or article.
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