Agarralo (en. Grab it)

/aɡaˈra.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To take or grasp something with the hand.
Hold it tight, so it doesn't fall.
Agárralo bien, no se te vaya a caer.
To accept or assume a situation.
When they tell you the truth, take it as a challenge.
Cuando te digan la verdad, agárralo como un reto.
To obtain or acquire something.
If you see an offer, grab it quickly.
Si ves una oferta, agárralo rápido.

Etymology

From the verb 'agarrar', which comes from the Latin 'adgarrare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

grab it tightly
Make sure it doesn't slip away from you.
agárralo con fuerza
grab it before anyone else
Get it before the others.
agárralo antes que nadie
grab it and don't let it go
Keep it safe and don't let it go.
agárralo y no lo sueltes

Related Words

agarrar
The act of grasping or taking something.
agarrar
coger
Common synonym for agarrar in some countries.
coger
asirse
To determine or fix a point of support.
asirse

Slang Meanings

To take an opportunity or an unexpected offer.
When they gave me the discount, I grabbed it on the fly.
Cuando me dieron el descuento, lo agarré al vuelo.
To take advantage of a favorable situation.
If you see something you like, grab it immediately.
Si ves algo que te gusta, agárralo de inmediato.