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    Abordar (en. Tackle)

    a-bor-dar

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To face or deal with a problem or issue.
    The teacher decided to address the topic of sustainability in class.
    El profesor decidió abordar el tema de la sostenibilidad en la clase.
    To board a vehicle or vessel.
    Passengers must board the plane at 3 PM.
    Los pasajeros deben abordar el avión a las 3 PM.
    To come closer to something or someone to intervene or participate.
    It is important to approach the situation with care.
    Es importante abordar la situación con cuidado.

    Etymology

    From the French 'aborder', which means to approach the shore or something.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to address a topic
    To start discussing or presenting a specific matter.
    abordar un tema
    to tackle a problem
    To confront or deal with a difficulty.
    abordar un problema
    to approach carefully
    To handle a delicate matter prudently.
    abordar con cuidado

    Related Words

    confront
    Addressing a situation or difficulty.
    enfrentar
    deal with
    Discussing or handling a topic.
    tratar
    discuss
    Exchanging opinions about a particular subject.
    discutir

    Slang Meanings

    To address informally.
    Let's tackle this in a more relaxed way.
    Vamos a abordar esto de una manera más relajada.
    To enter a conversation abruptly.
    He always brings up the conversation without warning.
    Él siempre aborda la conversación sin previo aviso.