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    Respirar (en. Breathe)

    /res.piˈɾaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To perform the action of inhaling and exhaling air.
    It's important to breathe deeply to relax.
    Es importante respirar profundamente para relajarse.
    To stay alive by exchanging gases in the body.
    Animals breathe oxygen to live.
    Los animales respiran oxígeno para vivir.
    To feel relieved or without worries.
    After finishing the exam, I was able to breathe easy.
    Al terminar el examen, pude respirar tranquilo.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'respirare', which means 'to take air back again'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    take a deep breath
    Inhale air deeply to calm down.
    respirar hondo
    not breathe
    Being in a state of great tension or expectation.
    no respirar
    breathe the air
    Enjoying the freshness or purity of the air.
    respirar el aire

    Related Words

    breathing
    The process of inhaling and exhaling.
    respiración
    lung
    Organ responsible for breathing.
    pulmón
    oxygen
    Essential gas for breathing.
    oxígeno

    Slang Meanings

    Breathing as a relief after a worry.
    I'm so glad I finished! I can breathe again.
    ¡Que bien que acabé! Puedo respirar de nuevo.
    Taking a break or recharging energy.
    After training, I need to breathe a bit.
    Después de entrenar, necesito respirar un poco.