Nai (en. Nai)

/nai/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of coming into existence or being produced.
Today my first nephew is born.
Hoy nace mi primer sobrino.
To appear or emerge.
The idea arises from a conversation among friends.
La idea nace de una conversación entre amigos.
To produce an effect or consequence.
From this conflict a new opportunity for dialogue is born.
De este conflicto nace una nueva oportunidad de diálogo.

Etymology

From Latin 'nasci', which means 'to be born'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be born standing
referring to starting a life with privileges.
nacer de pie
to be born under a lucky star
to be born with good luck or fortune.
nacer con estrella
to be born into a golden cradle
to be born into a wealthy family.
nacer en cuna de oro

Related Words

birth
The event of being born.
nacimiento
born
That has been brought to life.
nacido
to be reborn
To be reborn or to start anew.
renacer

Slang Meanings

Expression of beginning
Every project starts with an idea.
Todo proyecto nace con una idea.
Referring to someone who has just arrived in an environment
He is new here; he has just been born in the company.
Él es nuevo aquí, acaba de nacer en la empresa.