Bajarle (en. Lower it)
/baxaɾle/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To make something decrease in volume, intensity, or quantity.
It is better to turn down the volume of the music so as not to disturb the neighbors.
Es mejor bajarle el volumen a la música para no molestar a los vecinos.
To eliminate or reduce an obstacle or difficulty.
They had to lower the price in order to sell the car.
Tuvieron que bajarle el precio para poder vender el coche.
To approach something with less seriousness or intensity.
I recommend that you reduce your anxiety a bit before the exam.
Te recomiendo que le bajes un poco a tu ansiedad antes del examen.
Etymology
Alteration of the verb 'bajar', with the suffix 'le' that indicates direction towards someone or something.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lower the tone
To make something less serious or intense.
bajarle de tono
take it down a notch
To transition to a state of calm or tranquility.
bajarle un cambio
Related Words
bajar
To move something to a lower position.
bajar
bajón
A sudden drop in mood or energy.
bajón
bajista
A musician who plays the bass.
bajista
Slang Meanings
To calm someone down
I told him to lower his attitude and relax.
Le dije que le bajara a su actitud y que se relaje.
To make something less strict
At the party, the boss decided to ease up on the rules.
En la fiesta, el jefe decidió bajarle a las reglas.