Robaron (en. They stole)
/roˈβaɾon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of taking something from someone without their consent.
The thieves robbed the electronics store.
Los ladrones robaron en la tienda de electrónicos.
The act of appropriating someone else's property with violence or intimidation.
They robbed the bank during the night.
Roataron el banco durante la noche.
To strip someone of something that belongs to them.
The criminals stole his car.
Los delincuentes robaron su coche.
Etymology
From the verb 'robar', which comes from the Latin 'rapāre'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
armed robbery
To commit a robbery with a weapon.
robar a mano armada
to steal a kiss
To give an unexpected kiss.
robar un beso
to steal the show
To attract attention at an event or presentation.
robar el show
Related Words
robbery
Act of stealing.
robo
thief
Person who steals.
ladrón
theft
Robbery without violence.
hurto
Slang Meanings
To suck
They stole his phone on the street.
Le chuparon el teléfono en la calle.
To catch
They caught my wallet at the market.
Me pillaron la cartera en el mercado.