Alargó (en. Lengthened)

/a.larˈɡo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To extend something in length.
She prolonged the conversation to avoid ending it.
Ella alargó la conversación para no terminar.
To make a period of time longer.
She extended her stay at the beach.
Alargó su estancia en la playa.
To prolong the use or duration of something.
She extended the usefulness of the old car.
Alargó la utilidad del viejo coche.

Etymology

From the Latin 'alargare', which means 'to make long'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lengthen the list
To make the list of names or things more extensive.
alargarse la lista
to prolong the conversation
To extend a chat longer than usual.
alargarse la conversación
days that stretch
Periods where the days seem to last longer.
días que se alargan

Related Words

to lengthen
Related verb that means to make something longer.
alargar
extender
Instrument or device that extends something.
alargador
lengthening
Increase in the length of something.
alargamiento

Slang Meanings

To unnecessarily extend a situation or discussion.
Don't drag out this topic any longer; it's already clear.
No alargues más este tema, ya está claro.
To prolong an event to gain more benefits.
The director decided to extend the event to attract more audience.
El director decidió alargar el evento para atraer más público.