lighthouse
BrE /ˈlaɪt.haʊs/ AmE /ˈlaɪt.haʊs/
noun en → es
A tall building near the sea that has a very bright light at the top to warn ships of dangerous areas and guide them safely into port.
faro, farillón
Collocations lighthouse on a cliff
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The lighthouse at the entrance to the harbour is very old.
El faro en la entrada del puerto es muy antiguo.
To act as a guide or indicator, like a lighthouse does for ships.
ser un faro, guiar
Collocations lighthouse of hope
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She has been a lighthouse for many lost souls.
Ella ha sido un faro para muchas almas perdidas.