Juntaba (en. I was gathering)

/xunˈtaβa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To unite or gather several things or people.
The friends gathered to play in the park.
Los amigos se juntaba para jugar en el parque.
To collect or add things in one place.
She collected all her letters in a box.
Ella juntaba todas sus cartas en una caja.
To sympathize or get involved with a group or activity.
He socialized with those who practiced sports.
Él se juntaba con los que practicaban deportes.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'juntar', which in turn originates from the Latin 'jungĕre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

joined hands
Joined hands as a sign of prayer or agreement.
juntaba las manos
socialized with people
Associated or spent time with others.
se juntaba con la gente
gathered strength
United efforts to achieve a goal.
juntaba fuerzas

Related Words

juntar
To gather or unite things or people.
juntar
junción
The act of gathering or the point where things meet.
junción
junto
Next to or in company with.
junto

Slang Meanings

To spend time with friends informally.
Today we gathered at Juan's house.
Hoy juntamos en casa de Juan.
To gather resources for a specific purpose.
We pooled money to buy the gift.
Juntamos plata para comprar el regalo.