Glossary entry (derived from question below)
Spanish term or phrase:
ametralladoras
English translation:
firecrackers /string firecrackers
Added to glossary by
Stuart Allsop
Apr 23, 2007 17:07
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This is the name of a specific type of fireworks, used in Honduras and apparently in other parts of central America. I'm looking for the common English equivalent for the USA.
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| 2 | firecrackers? |
PaulinaRich
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| 3 +1 | string firecrackers |
bigedsenior
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firecrackers?
I am not sure it is the correct term, but I found a site that has an extensive glossary regarding fireworks. Perhaps this will help as you read the terms and the descriptions (maybe you'll find the description that matches the best to your term)
Good luck
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Note added at 3 hrs (2007-04-23 20:28:02 GMT)
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Crackle Effect - A fireworks effects that sounds like hundred of snaps or crackles, usually accompanied by an aerial gold lace visual effect.
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Note added at 3 hrs (2007-04-23 20:29:52 GMT)
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What about Girandolas?
Girandola - A large horizontal wheel that rotates quickly enough to rises into the air. Once it reaches its peak, it usually explodes or shoots flaming stars. Girandolas are rare, and are not considered consumer fireworks items. These are sometimes referred to as "flying saucers". Girandolas are popular in Mexico and Malta.
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Note added at 3 hrs (2007-04-23 20:33:01 GMT)
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What about...? (there are lots of definitions on the website--GOOD LUCK!)
Multi-Shot Aerial - This is another name for a cake or repeater.
Good luck
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Note added at 3 hrs (2007-04-23 20:28:02 GMT)
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Crackle Effect - A fireworks effects that sounds like hundred of snaps or crackles, usually accompanied by an aerial gold lace visual effect.
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Note added at 3 hrs (2007-04-23 20:29:52 GMT)
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What about Girandolas?
Girandola - A large horizontal wheel that rotates quickly enough to rises into the air. Once it reaches its peak, it usually explodes or shoots flaming stars. Girandolas are rare, and are not considered consumer fireworks items. These are sometimes referred to as "flying saucers". Girandolas are popular in Mexico and Malta.
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Note added at 3 hrs (2007-04-23 20:33:01 GMT)
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What about...? (there are lots of definitions on the website--GOOD LUCK!)
Multi-Shot Aerial - This is another name for a cake or repeater.
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Comment: "Thanks to both of you! Both suggestions were very helpful. And that link to the glossary that Paulina posted was really useful."
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5 hrs
string firecrackers
where the crackers are braided into strings and are set off in quick succession.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firecracker
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firecracker
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amj_services (X)
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