Desapareciera (en. Disappeared)

/desapaɾeˈθieɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Cease to be present or to exist.
If no measures are taken, the species could disappear.
Si no se toman medidas, la especie podría desaparecer.
Fade away or become extinguished.
The fog disappeared when dawn broke.
La niebla desapareciera cuando amaneció.
Make something or someone become out of sight or not be found.
She didn't want her train to disappear without saying goodbye.
Ella no quería que su tren desapareciera sin despedirse.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'disapparere', which means 'to cease to appear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

disappear from the map
Subtly become invisible or leave without a trace.
desaparecer del mapa
disappear without a trace
Leave without anyone noticing or being able to find any trace.
desaparecer sin dejar rastro
may no one disappear
A phrase of warning for everyone to remain present.
que nadie se desaparezca

Related Words

disappearance
Action of disappearing.
desaparición
disappeared
That has ceased to exist or to be found.
desaparecido
fading
Process of making something less visible or perceptible.
desvanecimiento

Slang Meanings

To disappear from an uncomfortable place or situation.
When the police arrived, I decided to disappear.
Cuando llegó la policía, decidí desaparecer.
To suddenly stop being in contact with someone.
Since he started dating her, he has disappeared.
Desde que comenzó a salir con ella, se ha desaparecido.