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    Arriba (en. Above)

    /aˈri.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adverb
    Indicates a higher position in relation to something.
    The house is situated above the hill.
    La casa está situada arriba de la colina.
    It is used to express a direction towards a higher place.
    Go up to see the view.
    Sube arriba para ver la vista.
    It is used to indicate an increase in quantity or quality.
    Prices are rising, everything is higher.
    Los precios están subiendo, todo está más arriba.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ad riba', which means 'next to the riverbank' or 'on the edge'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Cheer up!
    Expression used to motivate or encourage someone.
    Arriba el ánimo
    Above all
    It means that something is in the highest position or is the most important.
    Arriba de todo
    Live high
    Referring to living in an elevated place or on upper floors.
    Vivir arriba

    Related Words

    hill
    Natural elevation of the terrain, such as a hill.
    cerro
    height
    The measure of how high something is.
    altura
    peak
    The highest part of a mountain or elevation.
    pico

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to being euphoric or in a state of extreme joy.
    Today I'm feeling great after receiving good news.
    Hoy estoy arriba después de recibir buenas noticias.
    Expression to encourage someone not to give up.
    Come on, cheer up, you can do it!
    ¡Vamos, arriba, tú puedes lograrlo!