Ataron (en. They tied)
/aˈtaɾon/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
The act of securing or fastening something with a lace, rope, or similar.
They tied the box with a rope so it wouldn't open.
Ellos ataron la caja con una cuerda para que no se abriera.
To unite or hold someone or something in a way that it cannot move.
The bandits tied up the victim before escaping.
Los bandidos ataron a la víctima antes de escapar.
To establish a relationship between two or more elements.
They irrevocably tied their fates together.
Ataron sus destinos de manera irrevocable.
Etymology
From Latin 'atāre', which means to fasten or tie.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to connect the dots
To bring together ideas or information to better understand a situation.
atar cabos
to tie one's shoes
To adjust or secure shoes with laces.
atarse los zapatos
to tie a dog
To secure a dog with a leash.
atar un perro
Related Words
to tie
A verb that means to unite with a lace, rope, or similar.
atar
to untie
A verb that means to release or remove something that is tied.
desatar
to bind
A synonym for to tie, which implies securing something.
amarrar
Slang Meanings
To be controlled or subject to a situation.
That relationship tied him into a routine he doesn't like.
Esa relación lo ató en una rutina que no le gusta.
To become overly committed to something.
Don't tie yourself so much to work; you also have to enjoy life.
No te ates tanto al trabajo, también hay que disfrutar la vida.