Regar (en. Water)

/re'ɣar/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

To supply water to plants or crops.

It is important to water the plants first thing in the morning.

Es importante regar las plantas a primera hora de la mañana.

To disperse a liquid on a surface.

You should water the product into the soil for it to work.

Debes regar el producto en el suelo para que actúe.

To exceed a limit, generally in a figurative sense.

He crossed the line and got carried away at the party.

Se pasó de la raya y regó en la fiesta.

From Latin 'rigāre', meaning 'to moisten' or 'to give water'.

to water the environment

To create a more pleasant or lively atmosphere.

regar el ambiente

to sprinkle with lies

To tell many lies or exaggerate.

regar con mentiras

to spread the word

To spread a rumor or news.

regar la voz

irrigation

The action of watering, supplying water to plants.

riego

to moisten

To make something slightly wet.

humedecer

sprayer

A device that sprays water.

aspersor

To do something excessive or exaggerated.

Don't overdo it with your complaints; everyone is tired of hearing you.

No regués con tus quejas, todos están cansados de oírte.

To share something valuable or fun with others.

I spread the news of the party in the group chat.

Regué la noticia de la fiesta por el grupo de chat.