Raída (en. Threadbare)
/raída/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Quick and violent movement that can cause a harmful effect.
The wind's raída caused destruction in the field.
La raída del viento causó destrozos en el campo.
Action of scraping or damaging the surface of something.
The raída of sand on the skin can be uncomfortable.
La raída de la arena sobre la piel puede ser incómoda.
In some contexts, it can refer to an intense race or competition.
The raída of cars on the street was impressive.
La raída de los coches en la calle fue impresionante.
Etymology
The word 'raída' comes from the verb 'raer', which means to scrape or wear down a surface.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make a raída
To perform a quick or violent movement that causes damage.
hacer una raída
to follow the raída
To continue with an intense or hurried action.
seguir la raída
Related Words
raer
To remove or wear down a superficial layer of something.
raer
to scratch
To create friction on a surface, generally with the nails or another object.
rascar
Slang Meanings
Violent robbery or looting.
The neighborhood suffered a raída last night.
El barrio sufrió una raída anoche.
Quick escape during a tense situation.
They made a raída when the police arrived.
Hicieron una raída cuando llegaron los policías.