faro
word
Definition
A 'faro' is a powerful light used to guide ships at sea (a lighthouse) or the headlight of a car. Both meanings involve providing guidance or illumination in the dark.
Usage & Nuances
In Spanish and Portuguese, 'faro' refers to both a lighthouse and a car's headlight. Context is important — 'faro del coche' (car), 'faro marítimo' (sea). Use 'lighthouse' for maritime sense in English and 'headlight' for cars.
Spanish: faro (luz de guía) - farol (de automóvil)Portuguese (BR): farol (de orientação) - farol (de carro)Portuguese (PT): farol (luz de orientação) - farol (de automóvel)Chinese (Simplified): 灯塔 - 前灯（车辆）Chinese (Traditional): 燈塔 - 前燈（車輛）Hindi: प्रकाशस्तंभ - हेडलाइट (गाड़ी)Arabic: منارة - مصباح أمامي (سيارة)
Example Sentences
The ship followed the faro at night.
basic
My car's left faro is broken.
basic
You can see the old faro from the beach.
basic
The town was named after the famous faro on the cliffs.
natural
Can you turn on the faro? It's getting dark.
natural
After the storm, only the faro was still shining.
natural