Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Saltaba (en. Jumped)

    /sal'taβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To move violently from one place to another.
    The child was jumping for joy in the park.
    El niño saltaba de alegría en el parque.
    To avoid an obstacle by landing in the air.
    The cat jumped over the fence with agility.
    El gato saltaba sobre la valla con agilidad.
    To transition from one topic to another without a clear connection.
    She was jumping from one topic to another during the conversation.
    Ella saltaba de un tema a otro durante la conversación.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'saltare', which means 'to jump' or 'to leap'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to jump out at you
    To be evident or clear.
    saltar a la vista
    to jump for joy
    To show intense joy.
    saltar de alegría
    to skip the round
    To avoid a responsibility or action.
    saltar la ronda

    Related Words

    jump
    Movement upward or forward.
    salto
    jumper
    A person or animal that jumps frequently.
    saltarín
    leap of faith
    A risky action taken without guarantees.
    salto de fe

    Slang Meanings

    To jump out of a difficult situation.
    He had to jump to avoid problems.
    Tuvo que saltar para evitar problemas.
    To jump to a quick conclusion.
    Don't jump, first investigate thoroughly.
    No saltes, primero investiga bien.