Mandase (en. Sent)

/manˈdase/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express an order or request.
I hope he sent the documents yesterday.
Espero que él mandase los documentos ayer.
To impart instructions to someone.
It is important that she gave clear instructions to her employees.
Es importante que ella mandase a sus empleados con claridad.
To make something happen or be delivered.
I want her to send the letter by mail.
Quiero que mandase la carta por correo.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'mandar', which comes from the Latin 'mandare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to send someone
to give instructions or orders to someone.
mandar a alguien
to send someone away dismissively
to get rid of someone in a derogatory manner.
mandar a freír espárragos
to not be in charge at home
to indicate that one does not have authority at home.
no mandar en casa

Related Words

to send
to give an order or make a request.
mandar
order
an instruction or requirement.
orden
instruction
a direction or guide to carry out something.
instrucción

Slang Meanings

To send someone away.
When I get angry, I usually send him to fry asparagus.
Cuando me enfado, suelo mandarlo a freír espárragos.
To do what one wants.
At this party, I command and you just follow.
En esta fiesta, yo mando y tú solo sigues.