Llegare (en. I will arrive)

/ʎeˈɣaɾe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To indicate that someone or something is approaching a place or goal.
I hope I will arrive at the airport soon.
Espero que llegare pronto al aeropuerto.
To reach a state or outcome.
If you keep this up, I'm sure you will become a great musician.
Si continúas así, estoy seguro de que llegare a ser un gran músico.
To manifest the arrival at a point in time.
When the moment comes, you will know.
Cuando llegare el momento, lo sabrás.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'llegar', which comes from the Latin 'plicare', meaning 'to fold' or 'folding', in reference to reaching the goal.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to arrive on time
To arrive at the right moment.
llegar a tiempo
to reach an agreement
To reach a pact or understanding.
llegar a un acuerdo
to go far
To achieve much or have significant success.
llegar lejos

Related Words

arrival
Act of arriving at a place.
llegada
to arrive
Verb that indicates the action of bringing someone or something.
llegar
arriver
Person who arrives, especially in the context of a traveler.
lleguero

Slang Meanings

To arrive at a party or event.
When are you going to arrive at the party?
¿Cuándo vas a llegare a la fiesta?
To arrive late to an appointment.
You always arrive late, right?
Siempre llegas tarde, ¿verdad?