la bala
bullet
Objeto pequeño y metálico que se dispara desde un arma de fuego.
The word "bala" in Spanish means "bullet." It refers to a projectile typically used in firearms. "Bala" can also be used in a metaphorical sense to describe something that moves very quickly or something that is straightforward and direct. In some contexts, "bala" can also refer to a piece of ammunition more generally. Additionally, in a colloquial sense, the term can be used in expressions that signify something being shot or thrown quickly, usually implying speed.
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Examples
La bala se ve en el suelo.noun
The bullet is seen on the ground.
La bala viaja muy rápido.noun
The bullet travels very fast.
Un arma lleva una bala.noun
A gun carries a bullet.
La bala es de metal.noun
The bullet is made of metal.
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