Colocando (en. Placing)

/koloˈkando/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To put something in a specific location.
I am placing the books on the shelf.
Estoy colocando los libros en la estantería.
To arrange or set something in a certain way.
By placing the chairs around the table, a cozy atmosphere is created.
Colocando las sillas alrededor de la mesa, se crea un ambiente acogedor.
To situate someone in a position or job.
She is placing her friends in different job positions.
Ella está colocando a sus amigos en diferentes puestos de trabajo.

Etymology

From the verb colocar, which comes from the Latin 'collocare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

putting things in their place
Organizing or arranging properly.
colocando las cosas en su lugar

Related Words

place
To put something in a specific place.
colocar
locate
To find or situate a specific place or thing.
localizar

Slang Meanings

To be in an elevated mood due to drugs.
Last night I went out partying and ended up placing.
Anoche salí de fiesta y terminé colocando.
To be very focused or concentrated.
Today I am focusing to finish the project on time.
Hoy estoy colocando para terminar el proyecto a tiempo.