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    Guardaba (en. Kept)

    /ɡwarˈðaba/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To keep something in a specific place.
    She kept her secrets in a diary.
    Ella guardaba sus secretos en un diario.
    To protect or care for something from danger.
    The guard was watching the entrance of the building.
    El guardia guardaba la entrada del edificio.
    To reserve something for a future time.
    She was saving money for her vacation.
    Guardaba dinero para sus vacaciones.
    To maintain an attitude or disposition.
    She remained calm in difficult situations.
    Guardaba la calma en situaciones difíciles.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'guardar', which comes from the Latin 'guardare' meaning 'to watch' or 'to protect'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    kept a secret
    Maintained hidden information.
    guardaba un secreto
    maintained appearances
    Tried to maintain an image or reputation.
    guardaba las apariencias
    held onto hopes
    Had the expectation that something would happen.
    guardaba esperanzas

    Related Words

    guardar
    Verb that means to keep in a safe place.
    guardar
    guardia
    Person responsible for surveillance.
    guardia

    Slang Meanings

    To keep something a secret.
    Don’t tell anyone, I’m just keeping it to myself.
    No le digas a nadie, solo lo guardo para mí.
    To do something with caution.
    Park the car in the garage so nothing happens to it.
    Guarda el coche en el garaje para que no le pase nada.