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    Daban (en. Gave)

    /daˈβan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Action of giving in the past.
    They gave gifts to the children during the holidays.
    Ellos daban regalos a los niños durante las fiestas.
    To supply something to someone.
    They always lent a hand to those in need.
    Siempre daban una mano a quienes lo necesitaban.
    To provide information or instructions.
    The teachers gave classes in a very dynamic way.
    Los maestros daban clases de forma muy dinámica.

    Etymology

    It derives from the verb 'dar', which comes from Latin 'dare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hit the nail on the head
    To hit the mark on something.
    dar en el clavo
    lend someone a hand
    To help someone.
    darle a alguien una mano
    give one's best
    To make the utmost effort.
    dar lo mejor de uno

    Related Words

    give
    To provide something to someone.
    dar
    deliver
    To give something to someone, usually in an official manner.
    entregar
    to gift
    To give something for free as a gift.
    regalar

    Slang Meanings

    To imply something without stating it openly.
    When he made that joke, they implied that he wasn't happy.
    Cuando hizo esa broma, daban a entender que no estaba contento.
    To offer help or support informally.
    In the community, everyone gave when someone needed it.
    En la comunidad, todos daban cuando alguien lo necesitaba.