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    Criar (en. Breed)

    /kɾiaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To provide the necessary care for the development of a living being.
    The mother raises her children with love and dedication.
    La madre cría a sus hijos con amor y dedicación.
    To promote the growth of something.
    The farmer raises flowers in his garden.
    El agricultor cría flores en su jardín.
    To increase the number of animals in a livestock farm.
    They raise dairy cows on the farm.
    En la granja crían vacas lecheras.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'creare', which means to produce, to bring to life.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to raise with love
    To educate and care for someone affectionately.
    criar con amor
    to raise in a hurry
    To educate someone in a rushed and undedicated manner.
    criar a la carrera

    Related Words

    education
    The process of teaching and learning.
    educación
    development
    The process of growth and progress.
    desarrollo
    care
    Attention and protection towards someone or something.
    cuidado

    Slang Meanings

    To raise on the streets
    Many young people grew up raising on the streets, learning to survive.
    Muchos jóvenes crecieron criando en la calle, aprendiendo a sobrevivir.
    To raise mice
    His parents always said he raised mice because he was so messy.
    Sus padres siempre decían que criaba ratones por lo desordenado que era.