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centelha

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/sẽˈtɛʎɐ/cen·te·lha

Definition

1

A small, glowing particle thrown off from a burning substance; spark. Figuratively, a trace or beginning of something.

Usage examples

A spark from the lighter lit the candle.
There was still a spark of hope in his eyes.