Alzan (en. Raise)

/alθan/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

To elevate or raise something.

They raise their voice to make themselves heard.

Ellos alzan la voz para hacerse escuchar.

To increase the intensity or quantity of something.

They raise their prices every summer.

Alzan sus precios cada verano.

To raise something in a sign of celebration or triumph.

They raise their glasses to toast to success.

Alzan la copa para brindar por el éxito.

From Latin 'altiare', which means 'to elevate' or 'to raise'.

raise their voice

Increase the volume when speaking.

alzan la voz

raise their gaze

Look up.

alzan la mirada

take flight

Take flight, especially in reference to birds or aircraft.

alzan el vuelo

to raise

To lift or elevate something.

alzar

elevation

Action of lifting to a higher level.

elevación

height

Distance from a base to the highest point.

altura

To increase excitement or intensity in a situation.

At the party, the guests raised the atmosphere with their joy.

En la fiesta, los invitados alzaron el ambiente con su alegría.

To improve or raise performance in a certain context.

With the last training, she improved her performance in the sport.

Con el último entrenamiento, ella alzó su rendimiento en el deporte.