What does "bullir" mean in English?

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Spanish

bullir

English

to boil

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Alternative translations of "bullir"

to boil
to bustle
to seethe
to swarm
to stir

Examples of how to use "bullir" in Spanish

Spanish
La calle bullía de gente.
English
The street was bustling with people.
Spanish
El agua bulle en la olla ahora
English
The water is boiling in the pot now.
Spanish
Ayer la olla bulló con fuerza
English
Yesterday, the pot boiled vigorously.
Spanish
Antes la cocina bullía todas las mañanas
English
Before, the kitchen was bustling every morning.
Spanish
Mañana la sopa bullirá en breve
English
Tomorrow, the soup will be boiling soon.

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La calle bullía de gente.

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