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    Parate (en. Stop)

    /paˈɾate/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Definition: Instruction to stop or take a pause.
    Example Sentence: Stand still for a moment and listen!
    ¡Parate un momento y escucha!
    Definition: Interruption of motion.
    Example Sentence: The train stopped when it reached the station.
    El tren se paró cuando llegó a la estación.
    Definition: Order not to continue doing something.
    Example Sentence: The boss said everyone should stop.
    El jefe dijo que todos se pararan.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From the verb parar, from Latin 'parāre', which means to make something be in a stable position.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: stand still
    Meaning: stop with certainty
    parate bien
    Phrase: stand there
    Meaning: stop in that place
    parate ahí
    Phrase: don't stop
    Meaning: continue without stopping
    no te pares

    Related Words

    Related Word: stop
    Description: Stop the movement.
    parar
    Related Word: detain
    Description: Make something or someone remain motionless.
    detener
    Related Word: pause
    Description: Temporary interruption of an activity.
    pausa

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: Endure or bear
    Example: You have to stand still for a bit and not complain so much.
    Tienes que parate un poco y no quejarte tanto.
    Slang Meaning: Take a breather
    Example: After running so much, I need to stop and rest.
    Después de correr tanto, necesito parate y descansar.