Sentarse (en. Feel)

/senˈtaɾ.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To assume a position in which the body supports itself on the buttocks.

I decided to sit in the park to read a book.

Decidí sentarme en el parque a leer un libro.

To take a seat in a place.

I always sit in the same chair in the office.

Siempre me siento en la misma silla en la oficina.

To cause something to be settled or stable.

It’s better to let the dough sit before baking it.

Es mejor dejar la masa de pan sentarse antes de hornearla.

From Latin 'sedere', meaning 'to sit'.

to sit at the table

To take a seat for a meal.

sentarse a la mesa

to sit on the clouds

To be distracted or daydreaming.

sentarse en las nubes

to suit someone well

To fit someone well in what they are wearing.

sentarse bien

seat

Part where one sits.

asiento

chair

Furniture intended for sitting.

silla

small bench

Small bench for sitting.

banquito

To get comfortable in a situation.

When I arrived at the party, I just wanted to sit and relax.

Cuando llegué a la fiesta, solo quise sentarme y relajarme.

To be in a position of tranquility.

After a long day, I just want to sit and do nothing.

Después de un largo día, solo quiero sentarme y no hacer nada.