Fuente

In Spanish, 'fuente' primarily translates to 'source' or 'fountain.' As a 'source,' it signifies the origin or starting point of something, like information, resources, or inspiration. It can also represent the origin or head of a river. As a 'fountain,' it denotes a structure from which water jets into the air, often for decorative or recreational purposes. The meaning subtly shifts depending on context, but the core idea is always about origin, origination or providing or supplying something.

Fuente meaning with examples

• La fuente de inspiración para su arte fue la naturaleza. (The source of inspiration for her art was nature.) This highlights the origin of her ideas and creative process.
• Esta noticia tiene su fuente en un testigo presencial. (This news story has its source in an eyewitness.) Here, 'fuente' refers to the origin of the information.
• La fuente de agua en el jardín es muy relajante. (The water fountain in the garden is very relaxing.) This uses 'fuente' to describe a decorative water feature.
• Necesitamos encontrar una fuente confiable de financiación. (We need to find a reliable source of funding.) This example focuses on the origin of money or resources.
• El río nace en la fuente de la montaña. (The river originates at the source of the mountain.) This refers to the head or beginning of the river.