Llevan (en. They carry)

/ˈʎeβan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To transport something from one place to another.
They are taking the suitcases to the airport.
Llevan las maletas al aeropuerto.
To have something in possession.
They are carrying a bunch of books under their arm.
Llevan un montón de libros bajo el brazo.
To set the pace or direction in a situation.
They lead the conversation towards calmer topics.
Ellos llevan la conversación hacia temas más tranquilos.

Etymology

From Latin 'levare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to get along well
To have a good relationship with someone.
llevarse bien
to take the lead
To be the person who leads or directs a group.
llevar la voz cantante
to carry out
To execute or carry out something.
llevar a cabo
to take time
To take time to do something.
llevar tiempo

Related Words

carry
A verb that means to transport or bring along.
llevar
bear
It means to have something with you or in sight.
portar
bring
To move something from one place to another towards where the speaker is.
traer

Slang Meanings

To carry something in hand.
I’m going to take this book home.
Voy a llevarme este libro a casa.
To be in a relationship with someone.
They have been together for a year.
Ellos llevan un año juntos.