Sacase (en. Took out)
/saˈkase/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
It is used to express an action that may have occurred in a context of doubt or desire.
I hope he took the book from the library.
Espero que él sacase el libro de la biblioteca.
It indicates an action that is considered hypothetical or not carried out.
If I had some time, I could study more.
Si yo sacase tiempo, podría estudiar más.
It is often used in subordinate clauses that require the subjunctive mood.
It is possible that they took out the trash before leaving.
Es posible que ellos sacasen la basura antes de irse.
Etymology
From the verb 'sacar', which originates from the Latin 'sacare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
won the lottery
To win an important or unexpected prize.
sacase la lotería
relieved a weight from one's shoulders
To free oneself from an emotional burden or responsibility.
sacase un peso de encima
brought to light
To make something evident or known.
sacase al sol
Related Words
to take out
To eliminate or extract something.
sacar
removal
Action of taking out, particularly in a specific context.
sacada
taken out
That has been extracted or removed.
sacado
Slang Meanings
To take something from a place unexpectedly.
When I least expected it, he pulled the gift from his backpack.
Cuando menos lo esperaba, sacó el regalo de su mochila.
To withdraw from a complicated situation.
I decided to leave the party because I didn't feel comfortable.
Decidí sacarme de la fiesta porque no me sentía cómodo.