Olvídala (en. Forget it)
/ol'βiðala/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Order or advice for someone to stop remembering something or someone.
If it doesn't make you happy, forget her.
Si no te hace feliz, olvídala.
Indication to not think any more about a past topic.
It’s not worth it anymore; forget her.
Ya no vale la pena; olvídala.
Suggestion to release an emotional concern.
Sometimes it’s better to forget her and move on.
A veces es mejor olvídala y seguir adelante.
Etymology
From the verb olvidar, derived from the Latin 'obliviscor'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Forget her already
Stop thinking about her immediately.
olvídala ya
Let it go
Not holding on to what once was.
déjala pasar
Don't dwell on it
Not reflecting any further on the matter.
no le des más vueltas
Related Words
olvidar
To stop having something in memory.
olvidar
memory
The ability to remember.
memoria
remembrance
Impression that remains in the mind.
recuerdo
Slang Meanings
Forget her as advice among friends.
If you don't like her, forget her, there are more fish in the sea.
Si no te gusta, olvídala, hay más peces en el mar.
Used to minimize the importance of someone.
It's not worth it, forget her, she's not for you.
No vale la pena, olvídala, no es para ti.