No. 14,315 in Spanish
veladora
A "veladora" is a votive candle or small glass-encased candle used for religious or decorative purposes.
In a sentence
Encendí una veladora en honor a mi abuela.
I lit a candle in honor of my grandmother.
In this sentence, 'veladora' refers to a devotional candle, typically used in religious or memorial contexts.
La veladora se apagó debido al viento fuerte.
The candle went out due to the strong wind.
Here, 'veladora' is again used to denote a candle, emphasizing its physical characteristics and practical use.
Compré una veladora decorativa para adornar la mesa.
I bought a decorative candle to adorn the table.
This usage of 'veladora' highlights its ornamental purpose, showing its application in decoration rather than ritual or memorial contexts.
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