Haga (en. Do)

/ˈa.ɣa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To perform or carry out something.
It is important that you do the homework every day.
Es importante que haga la tarea todos los días.
To create or produce something.
I hope you give a good presentation.
Espero que haga una buena presentación.
To take an action or decision in a specific context.
I wish you do the right thing in this situation.
Ojalá que haga lo correcto en esta situación.

Etymology

From the Latin facere, which means to do.

Common Phrases and Expressions

do what you do
Indicates that no matter what action is taken, the outcome is the same.
haga lo que haga
let them do whatever they want
Expresses that a person has the freedom to make their own decision.
que haga lo que quiera
pay attention
Invites to pay attention or follow a piece of advice.
haga caso

Related Words

to do
To do something.
hacer
doer
Person who does or creates something.
hacedor
fact
Result of doing something.
hecho

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, referring to someone who acts without thinking.
That guy always acts without thinking, whatever he does.
Ese tipo siempre hace sin pensar, haga lo que haga.
Suggesting to act regardless of the consequences.
No matter what you do, don't worry about others.
Si hagas lo que hagas, no te preocupes por los demás.