Abriendo (en. Opening)
/a'bɾjendo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of opening something, like a door or a container.
I am opening the window to let in fresh air.
Estoy abriendo la ventana para que entre aire fresco.
To start or commence something.
We are opening a new chapter in our history.
Estamos abriendo un nuevo capítulo en nuestra historia.
To unfold or extend something that was closed.
I was opening the book when I got distracted.
Estaba abriendo el libro cuando me distraje.
Etymology
From the Latin 'aperire', which means to open.
Common Phrases and Expressions
opening the way
To initiate a process of progress or discovery.
abriendo camino
opening the mind
To be willing to consider new ideas or perspectives.
abriendo la mente
opening doors
To facilitate opportunities or access.
abriendo puertas
Related Words
open
To open; the action of taking off or starting.
abrir
opened
Opened; the state of something that is not closed.
abierto
abbreviation
Abbreviation; a reduction of a word or phrase.
abreviatura
Slang Meanings
When someone is having a good experience or moment.
He is in his best moment, he is really opening up.
Está en su mejor momento, realmente está abriendo.
To start a conversation or social interaction.
I came here opening up to make friends.
Vine aquí abriendo para hacer amigos.