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    Extenderse (en. Extend)

    /eks.tenˈdeɾ.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To reach a greater spread or distance.
    The roots of the tree extend throughout the garden.
    Las raíces del árbol se extienden por todo el jardín.
    To cause something to develop over time.
    The meeting extended for more than two hours.
    La reunión se extendió por más de dos horas.
    To dilate or lengthen.
    The river extends over several kilometers.
    El río se extiende a lo largo de varios kilómetros.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'extendere', which means 'to stretch out'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    extend a hand
    To offer help or support.
    extender la mano
    spread like wildfire
    To propagate quickly.
    extenderse como un reguero de pólvora

    Related Words

    extension
    The act of extending or the amount that extends.
    extensión
    extender
    Used to extend something.
    extensor

    Slang Meanings

    To elaborate on a topic of conversation.
    Don’t go on too much about the story.
    No te extiendas tanto en la historia.
    To take more time than necessary.
    The chat is getting too long.
    La charla se está extendiendo demasiado.