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    Cortando (en. Cutting)

    /korˈtando/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Action of separating something into parts using a sharp instrument.
    I am cutting the paper with scissors.
    Estoy cortando el papel con tijeras.
    To interrupt the flow of something.
    The technician is cutting off the television signal.
    El técnico está cortando la señal de televisión.
    To reduce or limit something.
    They are cutting expenses in the company.
    Están cortando los gastos en la empresa.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'cortar', which comes from the Latin 'coartĕre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cutting to the chase
    To make a drastic and quick decision to solve a problem.
    cortando por lo sano
    cutting the grass
    To maintain the grass in a garden or park.
    cortando el pasto
    cutting heads
    To get rid of or dismiss people in an organization.
    cortando cabezas

    Related Words

    cut
    Action of dividing something into parts.
    cortar
    cut
    Result of cutting.
    corte
    cutting
    Having the ability to cut.
    cortante

    Slang Meanings

    To abruptly stop doing something.
    The teacher cut the conversation immediately.
    El profesor cortó la conversación de inmediato.
    To interrupt a relationship.
    He decided to break up with his girlfriend.
    Decidió cortando con su novia.