Nacer (en. Be born)

/naˈθeɾ/ (en España) o /naˈseɾ/ (en América Latina)

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To begin to live.
She is going to be born in June.
Ella va a nacer en junio.
To occur or arise.
The project was born from an innovative idea.
El proyecto nació de una idea innovadora.
To originate from a place.
He was born in Barcelona.
Él nació en Barcelona.
To awaken or develop.
A new hope is born with each dawn.
Nace una nueva esperanza con cada amanecer.

Etymology

From the Latin 'nasci'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be born under a lucky star
to be born with good opportunities
nacer con una estrella
to be born standing up
to live in a good economic situation
nacer de pie
to be born in a golden cradle
to be born into a wealthy family
nacer en cuna de oro

Related Words

birth
action of being born
nacimiento
emerging
that is beginning to develop
naciente
to be reborn
to be born again
renacer

Slang Meanings

To be born in a specific place that grants privileges.
He was born in a golden cradle.
Él nació en cuna de oro.
To be born unlucky.
It seems he was born with a twisted foot.
Parece que nació con un pie torcido.