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    Hechar (en. To throw)

    /e'tʃar/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To introduce something into a place.
    Throw the garbage in the bin.
    Hechar la basura en el contenedor.
    To produce or emit.
    The fire produces smoke.
    El fuego hecha humo.
    To release or throw.
    Pour water on the plant.
    Hechar agua en la planta.
    To decide or take action.
    I'm going to take a look at this book.
    Voy a hecharle un vistazo a este libro.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'iactare', which means 'to throw'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a look
    To glance at something quickly.
    hechar un vistazo
    to lend a hand
    To help someone.
    hechar una mano
    to spoil
    To damage or ruin something.
    hechar a perder

    Related Words

    to miss
    To feel the absence of someone or something.
    hechar de menos
    to take root
    To settle down in a place.
    hechar raíces

    Slang Meanings

    To take a nap.
    I'm going to take a nap for a bit before going out.
    Voy a hecharme un rato antes de salir.
    To relax.
    At the party, we're just going to relax.
    En la fiesta solo vamos a hechar relajo.