Asomado (en. Leaning out)

/asoˈmaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Partially visible or that can be seen.
The person was leaning out of the window.
La persona estaba asomada por la ventana.
Showing interest or curiosity about something.
He was leaning into the conversation of others.
Estaba asomado a la conversación de los demás.
Coming out from a hidden or closed place.
The cat was leaning out in the corner.
El gato estaba asomado en la esquina.

Etymology

From the verb asomar, from the Latin 'assomare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lean out of the window
To look outside from a window.
asomarse a la ventana
to lean out onto the balcony
To go out or lean over a balcony to see.
asomarse al balcón
to be leaning out
To be in a position where one can observe something.
estar asomado

Related Words

asomarse
To lean or go outside to observe something.
asomarse
asomo
The action of leaning out.
asomo

Slang Meanings

A curious character who always wants to know more.
He is a nosy person; he always involves himself in others' business.
Él es un asomado, siempre está metiéndose en los asuntos de los demás.
Someone who is attentive to what others are doing.
Don't be nosy; leave them alone.
No seas asomado, déjalos en paz.