Echasen (en. Threw)

/eˈtʃasen/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Indicates the action of throwing or making something fall.
It is possible that they throw the waste in the right place.
Es posible que ellos echen los residuos en el lugar correcto.
Used to express the desire or need for something to be done.
I hope they throw more information about the project.
Espero que echen más información sobre el proyecto.
Refers to situations where something is allowed to happen.
It’s better that they take a look at the conditions before deciding.
Es mejor que echen un vistazo a las condiciones antes de decidir.

Etymology

Coming from the verb 'echar', related to the action of throwing or placing something in a location.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lend a hand
To offer help to someone.
echar una mano
to lay the blame
To hold someone accountable for a mistake.
echar la culpa
to hold something against someone
To reproach something to someone.
echar en cara

Related Words

to throw
Verb that describes the action of throwing or placing something.
echar
thrown
Participle of the verb 'echar', indicating that something has been thrown or placed.
echado

Slang Meanings

to go to waste
If you don’t take care of it, that project is going to go to waste.
Si no lo cuidas, ese proyecto se va a echar a perder.
to have fun (or to relax)
Sometimes it's good to have fun and enjoy some free time.
A veces es bueno echar relajo y disfrutar de un tiempo libre.