Cabalgar (en. Ride)
/ka.βalˈɣaɾ/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To mount on a horse or another animal.
The boy learned to ride at a very young age.
El niño aprendió a cabalgar desde muy pequeño.
To move above a vehicle or means of transport in an elevated manner.
She usually rides her motorcycle on rural roads.
Ella suele cabalgar su motocicleta por los caminos rurales.
To perform an action with a posture that simulates riding.
The riders began to ride in the competition.
Los jinetes comenzaron a cabalgar en la competencia.
Etymology
From Latin 'caballĭcus', meaning 'relating to the horse'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
riding the wave
To participate in or take advantage of a trend or fashion.
cabalgar en la ola
Related Words
horse
Mammal used for transport and riding.
caballo
rider
Person who rides a horse.
jinete
Slang Meanings
Refers to moving quickly in a situation.
We are going to ride on this project if we want to finish on time.
Vamos a cabalgar en este proyecto si queremos terminar a tiempo.