Robaré (en. Steal)

/ro.βaˈɾe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Action of taking something from someone using force or violence.
If you don't give me what I want, I will steal what I need.
Si no me das lo que quiero, robaré lo que necesite.
Act of taking something that does not belong to you in an illegitimate way.
In my dreams, I will steal an ancient treasure.
En mis sueños, robaré un tesoro antiguo.
Simple future of the verb 'to steal' in the first person.
Tomorrow I will steal a hug from my friend.
Mañana robaré un abrazo de mi amigo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'rapāre', which means 'to seize'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To steal the show
To stand out in a situation or event, often overshadowing others.
robarse el show
To steal armed
Crime committed using a weapon to intimidate.
robar a mano armada
To steal a kiss
To give a kiss in an unexpected or surprising way.
robar un beso

Related Words

theft
Action of stealing, illegitimate subtraction of goods.
robo
thief
Person who steals, someone who commits a theft.
ladrón
to pilfer
To steal something stealthily.
hurtar

Slang Meanings

To steal in a clever or ingenious way.
The boy is very clever; he always knows how to steal without getting caught.
El chico es muy astuto, siempre sabe cómo robar sin que lo atrapen.
To take something out of necessity or urgency.
I had to steal a bit of food; I was very hungry.
Tuve que robar un poco de comida, estaba muy hambriento.