Extendió (en. Extended)

/eks.tendˈjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To increase the length, extent, or scope of something.
The teacher extended the deadline for the project submission.
El profesor extendió el plazo para la entrega del proyecto.
To propagate or disseminate something.
The news spread quickly among the students.
La noticia se extendió rápidamente entre los estudiantes.
To open or unfold something that was wrinkled or folded.
She spread the blanket over the grass to have a picnic.
Ella extendió la manta sobre la hierba para hacer un picnic.

Etymology

From the Latin 'extendere', which means 'to extend' or 'to enlarge'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

by extension
It is used to refer to something related or derived from what is being addressed.
por extensión
extend a hand
To offer help or support to someone.
extender la mano
without extension
Without increasing its size or scope.
sin extensión

Related Words

extension
Increase in size or scope.
extensión
enlarge
To make something larger or more extensive.
ampliar
disseminate
To make something spread or be shared.
difundir

Slang Meanings

To extend something for a longer time.
I spent more time at the party than I had planned.
Me extendí en la fiesta más de lo que había planeado.
To prolong an activity.
Let’s extend the meeting a little longer.
Vamos a extender la reunión un poco más.