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    Posarse (en. Perch)

    /poˈsaɾ.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To land or settle briefly in a place.
    The bird settled on the branch.
    El ave se posó en la rama.
    To stop in a place after movement.
    The insect settled on the flower.
    El insecto se posó sobre la flor.
    To take a moment to rest or reflect.
    I decided to settle in the park and read a book.
    Decidí posarme en el parque y leer un libro.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'positare', which means 'to put' or 'to establish'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to settle on
    To establish oneself or settle on a surface.
    posarse sobre
    one cannot settle
    Indicates that one should not stop or remain in a place.
    no se puede posarse

    Related Words

    settled
    Action of settling.
    posado
    position
    Place or situation where something is found.
    posición

    Slang Meanings

    To stay for a while in a place.
    I’m going to settle in the café for a moment.
    Voy a posarme en la cafetería un momento.
    To take a break or recharge.
    I need to settle before continuing with work.
    Necesito posarme antes de continuar con el trabajo.