Embarcarse (en. Embark)

/embarˈkarse/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To enter or get on a ship.
The passengers began to embark for the cruise.
Los pasajeros comenzaron a embarcarse para el crucero.
To start a journey on a means of transportation.
We must embark on the next flight.
Debemos embarcarnos en la próxima clase de avión.
To take part in a project or activity.
He decided to embark on the new research project.
Decidió embarcarse en el nuevo proyecto de investigación.

Etymology

From ancient Spanish 'embarcar', derived from 'barco'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to embark on an adventure
To start an exciting or risky project.
embarcarse en una aventura
to embark on a trip
To start a journey on a means of transportation.
embarcarse en un viaje
to embark blindly
To start something without knowing all the details.
embarcarse a ciegas

Related Words

ship
A vessel that sails on water.
barco
trip
Transfer from one place to another.
viaje
transportation
A means used to move people or goods.
transporte

Slang Meanings

To get involved in a complicated situation.
By accepting that challenge, you are embarking on a difficult conflict.
Al aceptar ese reto, te estás embarcando en un conflicto difícil.
To delve into a romantic relationship.
They decided to embark together on the adventure of love.
Decidieron embarcarse juntos en la aventura del amor.