Acomete (en. Attacks)

/a.koˈme.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

Definition: To attack or confront someone with the aim of hurting or standing up to them.

Example Sentence: The bull charged at the cowboy without warning.

El toro acometió al vaquero sin previo aviso.

Definition: To undertake something with energy or great enthusiasm.

Example Sentence: She tackled her project decisively.

Acometió su proyecto de manera decidida.

Definition: To make a sudden effort to complete a task.

Example Sentence: He tackled the cleaning of the workshop in one day.

Acometió la limpieza del taller en un solo día.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'acometere', which means 'to come against'.

Common Phrase: to tackle something

Meaning: To undertake a task or activity.

acometer algo

Common Phrase: to take on the task

Meaning: To start a specific job or activity.

acometer la tarea

Common Phrase: to tackle a problem

Meaning: To face a challenge or difficulty.

acometer un problema

Related Word: acometida

Description: Movement or action of charging.

acometida

Related Word: acometimiento

Description: The act of charging, usually in a violent context.

acometimiento

Related Word: acometedor

Description: That which charges, often refers to someone who is energetic or determined.

acometedor

Slang Meaning: To attack unexpectedly.

Slang Example: In the fight, he charges without warning.

En la pelea, él acomete sin avisar.

Slang Meaning: To boldly take on a challenge.

Slang Example: He decided to tackle the project despite the difficulties.

Decidió acometer el proyecto a pesar de las dificultades.