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    Echen (en. Throw)

    /ˈe.t͡ʃen/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To order or dismiss someone or something.
    If you don’t behave well, you’ll get kicked out.
    Si no te comportas bien, que te echen.
    To put something in a place or container.
    Pour the water into the pot.
    Echen el agua en la olla.
    To release or throw something.
    Throw the trash in the container.
    Echen la basura en el contenedor.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'iacere', which means to throw or to cast.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a look
    To glance at something quickly.
    echar un vistazo
    to blame
    To hold someone responsible for a problem.
    echar la culpa
    to take root
    To settle down in a place.
    echar raíces
    to burst out laughing
    To start laughing.
    echarse a reír

    Related Words

    throw
    A verb that means to throw or to cast.
    echar
    dismiss
    To terminate a contract or employment.
    despedir
    throw
    To throw something with force.
    arrojar

    Slang Meanings

    To spoil
    If you don’t take care of the food, you will spoil it.
    Si no cuidas la comida, la vas a echar a perder.
    To keep an eye
    I’m going to keep an eye on what’s happening.
    Voy a echar un ojo a lo que está pasando.
    To flatter excessively
    He always flatters his boss a lot to impress him.
    Siempre le echa muchas flores a su jefe para impresionar.