Ataré (en. I will tie)

/ataˈɾe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To unite or secure something with a rope or similar.
I will tie the box to the van so it doesn't move.
Ataré la caja a la furgoneta para que no se mueva.
To force someone to act in a certain way.
I will tie him to a contract that obligates him to fulfill his part.
Lo ataré a un contrato que lo obligue a cumplir con su parte.
To establish some type of relationship or connection.
I will tie the concepts together for better understanding.
Ataré los conceptos para que se entiendan mejor.

Etymology

From Latin 'attare', meaning 'to tie' or 'to secure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tie up loose ends
To make logical connections between different pieces of information.
atar cabos
tie short
To limit someone's freedom of action.
atar corto
tie one's shoes
To adjust the shoelaces.
atarse los zapatos

Related Words

tie
The action of securing or joining something with a rope.
atar
bow
Ribbon or rope that ties or binds something.
lazo
knot
The result of tying a thread, rope, or similar.
nudo

Slang Meanings

To arrange or do something in an organized manner.
You have to tie everything up before the party.
Tienes que atar todo antes de la fiesta.
To connect ideas or concepts clearly.
She tied all the ideas together in her presentation.
Ella ató todas las ideas en su presentación.