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    Elevan (en. Raise)

    /e.le.βan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To make something higher.
    They raise their voices to make themselves heard.
    Ellos elevan la voz para hacerse escuchar.
    To increase the level of something.
    Prices rise considerably during the holidays.
    Los precios elevan considerablemente durante las festividades.
    To place in a higher range.
    The community elevates its leaders in meetings.
    La comunidad eleva a sus líderes en las reuniones.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'elevare', which means to raise.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lift someone's spirits
    To increase enthusiasm or joy.
    elevar el ánimo
    to raise one's voice
    To speak louder to be heard.
    elevar la voz
    to elevate circumstances
    To improve a situation.
    elevar circunstancias

    Related Words

    elevation
    Action of raising.
    elevación
    elevated
    That is above normal.
    elevado
    to lift
    Synonym of elevate, similar in meaning.
    levantar

    Slang Meanings

    To rise emotionally.
    The good news of his promotion really lifts everyone in the office.
    La buena noticia de su ascenso realmente eleva a todos en la oficina.
    To increase the level of something.
    The new club elevated the atmosphere of the city.
    El nuevo club elevó el ambiente de la ciudad.