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    Alcanzan (en. Reach)

    /alˈkanθan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To achieve or obtain what is sought.
    The students reach their academic goals.
    Los estudiantes alcanzan sus metas académicas.
    To arrive at a specific place.
    They reach the peak of the mountain after a long hike.
    Alcanzan el pico de la montaña después de una larga caminata.
    To have the ability or skill to reach something.
    With effort, they reach the desired level of competence.
    Con esfuerzo, alcanzan el nivel de competencia deseado.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'alcanzar', which comes from the Latin 'aliquantum'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to reach the dream
    Achieving a personal or professional goal.
    alcanzar el sueño
    to reach the top
    Reaching a high place or a state of success.
    alcanzar la cima
    words are not enough
    When something cannot be expressed adequately.
    no alcanzan las palabras

    Related Words

    to reach
    To achieve or arrive at something.
    alcanzar
    achievable
    That can be reached.
    alcanzable
    reach
    Distance to which one can reach.
    alcance

    Slang Meanings

    To reach success quickly.
    With that idea, they will surely reach it in the blink of an eye.
    Con esa idea, seguro que alcanzan en un abrir y cerrar de ojos.
    To reach someone's heart.
    With her sweetness, she always reaches everyone.
    Con su dulzura, siempre alcanzan a todos.