Arrebataron (en. They snatched)

/a.re.baˈta.ɾon/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
To take something from someone unexpectedly or violently.
The thieves snatched her bag on the street.
Los ladrones arrebataron su bolso en la calle.
To cause an intense emotion or passion.
The music captivated the hearts of those present.
La música arrebataron los corazones de los presentes.
To take something from someone without their consent.
They snatched the microphone from him while he was trying to speak.
Le arrebataron el micrófono cuando intentaba hablar.

Etymology

From the verb arrebatar, which comes from the Latin 'rapitare', meaning 'to steal or take quickly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to interrupt someone while they are speaking
Interrupting someone while they speak.
arrebatar la palabra
to laugh uncontrollably
Laughing uncontrollably.
arrebatarse de risa
to take a moment of attention or action
Taking a moment of attention or action.
arrebatar un momento

Related Words

to snatch
A verb that refers to taking something quickly or violently.
arrebatar
snatch
The action of snatching; also refers to an emotional impulse or attack.
arrebato
kidnapping
Violent taking of something or someone.
rapto

Slang Meanings

To take something abruptly in an informal context.
Those people always snatch things at parties.
Esa gente siempre arrebata cosas en las fiestas.
To surprise or impress intensely.
The movie captivated me from the beginning.
La película me arrebataron desde el principio.