Inclinándose (en. Leaning)
/inkliˈnandose/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To move the body forward or to one side.
The boy was leaning down to pick up his toy.
El niño se estaba inclinando para recoger su juguete.
To show a tendency or inclination towards an opinion or action.
She is leaning towards the idea of changing jobs.
Ella se está inclinando hacia la idea de cambiar de trabajo.
To accept or submit to something.
The team leaned towards the proposals of the new director.
El equipo se inclinó a las propuestas del nuevo director.
Etymology
From the verb incline, which comes from the Latin 'inclinare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to bow down to someone
To show respect or submission to a person.
inclinarse ante alguien
to tip the scales
To change the situation in favor of one party.
inclinar la balanza
to lean towards something
To lean or choose among several options.
inclinarse por algo
Related Words
inclination
Tendency to adopt a specific posture or attitude.
inclinación
incliner
An object or person that induces leaning.
inclinador
Slang Meanings
To be in a compromised position.
I’m leaning very close to problems that are not mine.
Me estoy inclinando muy cerca de los problemas que no son míos.
To show affection or care in a mild situation.
He leans towards her when he talks to her.
Se inclina hacia ella cuando le habla.