Esparcían (en. They spread)
/esparˈsjan/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To diffuse or distribute things over a wide area.
They scattered seeds all over the field.
Ellos esparcían semillas en todo el campo.
To project or disseminate elements in an environment.
The wind scattered the fallen leaves across the ground.
El viento esparcían las hojas caídas por el suelo.
To extend or open something in a way that covers a larger space.
They spread the paint on the wall with a roller.
Esparcían la pintura en la pared con un rodillo.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'spargere', which means to disseminate or scatter.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to scatter seeds
To cultivate or plant in a specific area.
esparcir semillas
to spread rumors
To disseminate information, generally unconfirmed.
esparcir rumores
to spread joy
To transmit happiness or good news to others.
esparcir alegría
Related Words
to scatter
Verb that means to distribute or disseminate something.
esparcir
scattering
Activity of fun or distraction.
esparcimiento
spreader
Object or tool used to scatter.
esparcidor
Slang Meanings
To spread information unofficially.
At the party, they started spreading gossip about who was dating whom.
En la fiesta, comenzaron a esparcían chismes sobre quién estaba saliendo con quién.
To distribute joy or happiness.
She is always the one who spreads good vibes in the group.
Ella siempre es la que esparcían buenas vibras en el grupo.