Salida (en. Exit)
/saˈli.ða/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Place where one exits.
The emergency exit is near the dining area.
La salida de emergencia está cerca del comedor.
Result or solution to a problem.
The resolution of the conflict was an agreement between the parties.
La salida del conflicto fue un acuerdo entre las partes.
Opportunity to leave.
I'm looking for an exit that allows me to change jobs.
Busco una salida que me permita cambiar de trabajo.
Etymology
From Latin 'exitus', which means 'exit' or 'going out of a place.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Emergency exit
Door that allows evacuation from a place in case of emergency.
salida de emergencia
Job exit
Job or work opportunity.
salida laboral
Sea access
Access to a body of water from the coast.
salida al mar
Related Words
To leave
Action of leaving, abandoning a place.
salir
Outgoing
That which protrudes or has an outlet.
saliente
Bypass exit
Temporary passage to exit or enter.
salida de paso
Slang Meanings
To get out of a complicated situation.
I had to find an exit so I wouldn't have to face the problem.
Tuve que buscar una salida para no enfrentar el problema.
To leave a place quickly.
We are going to the party, but we'll have a quick exit if things get complicated.
Vamos a la fiesta, pero tendremos una salida rápida si la cosa se complica.