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    Detrás (en. Behind)

    /deˈtɾas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adverb
    At the back of something or someone.
    The cat is behind the sofa.
    El gato está detrás del sofá.
    Indicates that something is further out of sight.
    The house is behind the mountain.
    La casa está detrás de la montaña.
    Used to express that something is later in time.
    Behind that smile, there are many tears.
    Detrás de esa sonrisa hay muchas lágrimas.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'detra', which means 'from behind'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    behind the scenes
    Refers to what happens in a context not visible to the public.
    detrás de escena
    behind the facade
    Indicates what is behind an outward appearance.
    detrás de la fachada

    Related Words

    back
    Indicates a direction opposite to forward.
    atrás
    position
    Place where a person or thing is located.
    posición
    reverse
    Movement or direction opposite to that of advancing.
    reversa

    Slang Meanings

    To be in an uncomfortable or disadvantageous situation.
    In the meeting, he was behind everyone and couldn’t express his opinion.
    En la reunión, él estaba detrás de todo el mundo y no podía opinar.
    To be in a place where one does not want to be seen.
    He always hides behind the door if he is afraid.
    Siempre se esconde detrás de la puerta si tiene miedo.