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    Daba (en. Gave)

    /ˈda.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To put something in hand or in another more or less closed place.
    I gave a gift to my friend.
    Yo daba un regalo a mi amigo.
    To provide or offer something to someone.
    She gave useful advice to her students.
    Ella daba consejos útiles a sus alumnos.
    To make something happen.
    The situation scared those present.
    La situación daba miedo a los presentes.

    Etymology

    From the verb "dar," with its conjugated form in the past.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    was embarrassing
    Generated sadness or displeasure.
    daba pena
    stood up
    Took responsibility.
    daba la cara
    hit the nail on the head
    Got it right or achieved the goal.
    daba en el clavo

    Related Words

    give
    Action of delivering or providing something.
    dar
    given
    Object that is thrown in a game.
    dado
    to give him/her
    Action of giving something to someone or doing something for someone.
    darle

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who provides help selflessly.
    That person gave without expecting anything in return.
    Esa persona daba sin esperar nada a cambio.
    Used to describe a situation that is easy to resolve.
    That problem was easy.
    Ese problema daba.