Partieron (en. They left)

/parˈtje.ɾon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
It refers to the action of dividing or separating something into parts.
They divided the cake into several pieces.
Ellos partieron el pastel en varias porciones.
It indicates the beginning of a journey or transfer.
They left for the beach at seven in the morning.
Partieron hacia la playa a las siete de la mañana.
It can refer to someone's or something's farewell.
The friends left, leaving good memories.
Los amigos partieron dejando buenos recuerdos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'partire', which means to divide.

Common Phrases and Expressions

they parted in two
They divided something into two parts.
partieron en dos
they started from scratch
They began from the beginning or with nothing.
partieron de cero
they set out towards
They headed towards a specific place.
partieron rumbo a

Related Words

to divide
To divide or separate something.
partir
part
Portion or segment of a whole.
parte
to depart
To leave, to go out.
departar

Slang Meanings

He left quickly.
When they saw the rain, they departed flying.
Cuando vieron la lluvia, partieron volando.
They finished something.
They ended the game early.
Partieron el juego antes de tiempo.