Nací (en. I was born)
/naˈsi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
It indicates the act of coming to life.
I was born in a small town.
Yo nací en una pequeña ciudad.
It represents the origin or descent of someone or something.
She was born in 2000.
Ella nació en el año 2000.
It means to begin to exist.
The idea for this project was born last year.
La idea de este proyecto nació el año pasado.
Etymology
Derives from the Latin 'nasci', which means 'to be born'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be born standing
It means having a good start in life.
nacer de pie
born under a lucky star
It refers to someone who has been lucky since birth.
nacer con estrella
born in a golden cradle
It indicates being born into a wealthy family.
nacer en cuna de oro
Related Words
birth
The act of being born.
nacimiento
born
It refers to someone who has been brought to life.
nacido
birth
The moment or period in which something is born.
nacencia
Slang Meanings
Born on the street
He was a very famous poet, born on the street.
Él era un poeta muy famoso, nacido en la calle.
Born for this
She is an incredible singer, born for this.
Ella es una cantante increíble, nació para esto.