Leerla (en. Read it)

/leˈeɾ.la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The act of interpreting written or printed words.
I am going to read it before submitting it.
Voy a leerla antes de entregarla.
To understand the content of a written text.
It is important to read it carefully.
Es importante leerla con atención.
To receive information through reading.
I like to read it aloud.
Me gusta leerla en voz alta.

Etymology

From the verb 'leer' in Spanish, combined with the pronoun 'la'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to read it in a sigh
to read something quickly
leerla en un suspiro
I can't stop reading it
something that captures attention irresistibly
no puedo dejar de leerla
to read it between the lines
to interpret an implied message
leerla entre líneas

Related Words

reading
action of reading or the text that is read
lectura
reader
person who reads
lector
book
set of written pages
libro

Slang Meanings

To read informally or without depth.
I just read it casually, without much attention.
Solo la leí de forma casual, sin mucha atención.
To read something repeatedly.
I love that novel; I've read it a thousand times.
Esa novela me encanta, la he leído mil veces.