Elevando (en. Raising)
/eleˈβando/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To make something rise to a higher level.
They are raising their voices to be heard.
Están elevando la voz para hacerse escuchar.
To increase in degree or quantity.
The athlete is elevating his performance in each competition.
El atleta está elevando su rendimiento en cada competición.
To produce a feeling of grandeur or magnificence.
The architect is raising the design of this building to new standards.
El arquitecto está elevando el diseño de este edificio a nuevos estándares.
Etymology
It derives from the verb 'elevar', which comes from the Latin 'elevare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
raise your voice
increase the volume of the voice.
elevar la voz
file a complaint
present a formal complaint.
elevar una queja
raise the level
improve or increase the quality or quantity of something.
elevar el nivel
Related Words
raise
To lift something to a higher place.
elevar
height
Vertical distance between two points.
altura
rise
Increase or growth of something.
alza
Slang Meanings
To lift someone's spirits.
That song is elevating the mood of the party.
Esa canción está elevando el ambiente de la fiesta.
To improve someone's situation.
We work to raise opportunities for young people.
Trabajamos para elevar las oportunidades para los jóvenes.