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    Leerse (en. To be read)

    /leˈeɾ.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Action of reading something from beginning to end.
    I read the whole novel in one day.
    Me leí toda la novela en un día.
    To study a text attentively.
    It is important to read the instructions before starting.
    Es importante leerse las instrucciones antes de empezar.
    To read reflectively or critically.
    You must read the necessary document before the meeting.
    Debes leerte el documento necesario antes de la reunión.

    Etymology

    Reflexive form of the verb 'leer,' which comes from the Latin 'legĕre.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to read between the lines
    To understand what is not explicitly said.
    leerse entre líneas
    to read the manual
    To receive a reprimand or warning.
    leerse la cartilla
    not to read the manual
    To be careless or negligent by not following the instructions.
    no leerse el manual

    Related Words

    reading
    Action of reading.
    lectura
    reader
    Person who reads.
    lector
    text
    Content that is read.
    texto

    Slang Meanings

    To study a topic thoroughly.
    I am going to read everything for the final exam.
    Voy a leérmelo todo para el examen final.
    To read something intensely.
    She read her notes all night.
    Ella se leyó los apuntes toda la noche.