Agita (en. Shake)

/aˈxita/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To cause movement or commotion.
The wind shakes the branches of the trees.
El viento agita las ramas de los árboles.
To provoke unease or anxiety.
The news stirs the community.
La noticia agita a la comunidad.
To mix or stir vigorously.
Shake the drink before serving it.
Agita la bebida antes de servirla.

Etymology

From Latin 'agitare', which means to move or shake.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shake your mind
To stimulate thought or creativity.
agita tu mente
stir the waters
To create confusion or controversy.
agita las aguas
don’t stir up the hornet’s nest
Do not provoke a dangerous or conflictive situation.
no agites el avispero

Related Words

agitation
State of unrest or unease.
agitación
agitator
A person who incites action or discontent.
agitador

Slang Meanings

To be nervous or anxious.
Today I am shaken up because of tomorrow's exam.
Hoy estoy agita por el examen de mañana.
To react intensely to a situation.
Don't get worked up, it was just a joke.
No te agites, solo era una broma.