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    Marchaban (en. Were marching)

    /maɾˈtʃaβan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates the action of going out or walking in motion.
    They marched towards the place of the demonstration.
    Ellos marchaban hacia el lugar de la manifestación.
    Refers to making something advance in an orderly manner.
    The soldiers marched in maximum formation.
    Los soldados marchaban en formación máxima.
    Proposes a sense of progress or continuity in an activity.
    As they marched, they discussed the future of the country.
    Mientras marchaban, discutían sobre el futuro del país.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'marcare', meaning 'to mark' or 'to move forward.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    marched with a firm step
    Indicates that one is advancing with determination and confidence.
    marchaban a paso firme
    marched in silence
    Refers to moving without making noise, usually in situations of respect or solemnity.
    marchaban en silencio

    Related Words

    march
    Verb that means to move from one place to another.
    marchar
    march
    Noun that refers to the act of marching or the rhythm of walking.
    marcha
    marcher
    Person who marches or participates in a march.
    marchante

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to attending an event or festivity in a group.
    People marched to the music festival.
    La gente marchaba junta al festival de música.
    To move with certainty and determination.
    She marched with confidence after her speech.
    Ella marchaba con confianza después de su discurso.