Subir (en. Rise)

/suˈβiɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To elevate something to a higher place.
I am going to climb the stairs.
Voy a subir la escalera.
To increase or increment.
The price of gasoline has increased.
El precio de la gasolina ha subido.
To access a higher level in something.
She wants to advance in her professional career.
Ella quiere subir en su carrera profesional.

Etymology

From the Latin 'subire', which means 'to go beneath'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gain weight
To increase body weight.
subir de peso
climb the mountain
To climb or ascend a mountain.
subir la montaña
reach the summit
To reach the highest point.
subir a la cima

Related Words

ascent
Ascending to a higher level.
ascenso
elevate
To make something rise.
elevar
increase
To increase something.
incrementar

Slang Meanings

Leveling up in a video game.
I have to grind to level up.
Tengo que grindear para subir.
Uploading content on social media.
I'm going to upload some photos to Instagram.
Voy a subir unas fotos a Instagram.