Halle (en. Halle)

/ˈa.le/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To find what one is looking for.
If I find the keys, we can go out.
Si halle las llaves, podremos salir.
To discover something unexpected.
I found an old book in the library.
Halle un libro antiguo en la biblioteca.
To locate or determine the existence of something.
She found the truth in her friend's words.
Ella halle la verdad en las palabras de su amigo.

Etymology

From the verb 'hallar', which comes from the Latin 'adaliare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to not be found
Not feeling well in a place or situation.
no hallarse
to find peace
To find tranquility or serenity.
hallar la paz

Related Words

finding
The act of finding something.
hallazgo
finder
A person who finds objects or things.
hallador

Slang Meanings

To find something by chance.
I don't know how, but I found money on the street.
No sé cómo, pero hallé dinero en la calle.
To discover something surprising.
Yesterday I found out that my neighbor is famous.
Ayer hallé que mi vecino es famoso.