Debajo (en. Below)

/deˈβaxo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
Indicates a lower relative position in relation to something.
The cat is under the table.
El gato está debajo de la mesa.
Used to refer to something that is hidden or not visible.
Look under the bed.
Mira debajo de la cama.
It is also used in figurative contexts to refer to a situation of disadvantage or subordination.
She always feels beneath in this relationship.
Siempre se siente debajo en esta relación.

Etymology

From Latin 'de' and 'sub', meaning 'below'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

underneath the table
Located in the space below a table.
debajo de la mesa
under the radar
To go unnoticed or not be detected.
debajo del radar
under the same roof
To live or coexist in the same place.
debajo de un mismo techo

Related Words

below
Expression indicating a lower position.
debajo de
inferior
That is in a lower position.
inferior
buried
That is below the surface.
soterrado

Slang Meanings

Low profile
She prefers to live under the radar to avoid attracting attention.
Ella prefiere vivir debajo del radar para no llamar la atención.
To hide oneself
If there are problems at the party, I better stay under the table.
Si hay problemas en la fiesta, mejor me quedo debajo de la mesa.