Detendrán (en. Will stop)

/detenˈdɾan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To slow down or stop someone or something.
The authorities will detain the suspect this afternoon.
Las autoridades detendrán al sospechoso esta tarde.
To interrupt the normal course of something.
They will stop traffic to carry out repairs on the road.
Detendrán el tráfico para realizar las reparaciones en la carretera.
To retain someone in a place.
They will stop the meeting until all participants arrive.
Ellos detendrán la reunión hasta que lleguen todos los participantes.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'detenere', meaning 'to stop'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

they will stop the investigation
They will suspend or pause the inquiry process.
detendrán la investigación
they will not stop their progress
They will not interrupt their advancement or development.
no detendrán su progreso
they will stop the clock
They will stop the machine that measures time.
detendrán el reloj

Related Words

stop
To interrupt the movement or action of something.
detener
detention
The act of detaining someone.
detención
detained
One who has been detained.
detenido

Slang Meanings

No specific slang is used for 'detendrán'.
Avoid the use of slang for formal terms.
Evitar el uso de jergas para términos formales.