Partían (en. Departed)

/parˈtjan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of separating or dividing into parts.
They were splitting the cake into portions.
Ellos partían el pastel en porciones.
To leave a place.
The travelers were leaving early in the morning.
Los viajeros partían temprano en la mañana.
To start a journey.
Although they were tired, they were setting off on an adventure.
Aunque estaban cansados, partían a la aventura.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

to split in two
To divide something into two parts.
partir en dos
to start from scratch
To start something from the beginning.
partir de cero

Related Words

to divide
To divide something into parts.
partir
partition
The action and effect of dividing or splitting.
partición

Slang Meanings

To leave quickly or in a hurry.
They left so quickly that they didn't even say goodbye; they just took off.
Salieron tan rápido que ni se despidieron; simplemente partían.
To celebrate an event or party.
When the birthday came, everyone was filled with joy.
Cuando llegó el cumpleaños, todos partían de alegría.