Lanzaba (en. Threw)
/lanˈθa.βa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To throw or hurl something with force.
He was throwing the ball with a lot of energy.
Él lanzaba la pelota con mucha energía.
To cause something to start.
She was launching her artistic career with a grand presentation.
Ella lanzaba su carrera artística con una gran presentación.
To present a product to the public.
The company was launching a new smartphone to the market.
La empresa lanzaba un nuevo smartphone al mercado.
Etymology
From the Latin 'lanzare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to throw in the towel
To yield or give up in a difficult situation.
lanzar la toalla
to let out a scream
To exclaim or make a loud noise to express emotion.
lanzar un grito
to give a warning
To give a warning or notification about something.
lanzar un aviso
Related Words
to launch
Verb that means to throw or project something.
lanzar
spear
Weapon that is thrown with force, typically using the arm.
lanza
thrower
Person or object that throws.
lanzador
Slang Meanings
To give a tug or impulse in an informal context.
Throw it! Don't just stand there.
¡Lánzala! No te quedes ahí parado.
To start something with enthusiasm.
We're going to throw a party this weekend.
Vamos a lanzar una fiesta este fin de semana.