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    Agacharse (en. Bend)

    /aɡaˈt͡ʃaɾse/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To lean or lower the body toward the ground.
    The child bent down to pick up his toy.
    El niño se agachó para recoger su juguete.
    To assume a submissive or obedient posture.
    He bowed down before the authority of the boss.
    Se agachó ante la autoridad del jefe.
    To place something or someone in a lower position.
    He bowed his head to avoid being seen crying.
    Agachó la cabeza para evitar que le vieran llorar.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'agachar', with the reflexive suffix '-se'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to bend down for something
    To lower or lean down to pick up an object
    agacharse por algo
    to bow one's head
    To adopt a position of humility or submission
    agacharse la cabeza
    to not bow down to anyone
    To remain firm and not submit
    no agacharse ante nadie

    Related Words

    agachar
    To lower or tilt something.
    agachar
    to lower oneself
    To descend or decrease the height of the body.
    bajarse
    to incline
    To twist or bend something in one direction.
    inclinar

    Slang Meanings

    To bend down in a context of surrender or submission.
    He bent down when they shouted at him.
    Se agachó cuando le gritaron.
    To bend down to dodge something.
    Bend down if you don't want me to hit you with the ball.
    Agáchate si no quieres que te dé la pelota.