Alzaron (en. Raised)

/alˈθaɾon/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
To lift something to a greater height.
They raised their voices during the discussion.
Ellos alzaron la voz durante la discusión.
To increase the intensity or force of something.
They increased the volume of the music so everyone could hear.
Alzaron el volumen de la música para que todos pudieran escuchar.
To raise something like a flag or a standard.
The soldiers raised the flag as a sign of victory.
Los soldados alzaron la bandera en señal de victoria.

Etymology

From the verb alzar, of Latin origin 'altāre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to raise one's voice
To speak louder or with more force.
alzar la voz
to lift one’s gaze
To direct the gaze upward.
alzar la mirada
to raise a complaint
To express discontent or a complaint.
alzar una queja

Related Words

alzar
To lift or elevate.
alzar
altitude
Height of an object or place above sea level.
altitude
elevation
The action of rising or being raised.
elevación

Slang Meanings

Situation in which people's spirits are lifted.
The party lifted the spirits of all the attendees.
La fiesta alzó el espíritu de todos los asistentes.
Increase in the intensity of a situation.
The tension in the room rose when the news was heard.
La tensión en la sala se alzó cuando se supo la noticia.