Subo (en. Go up)

/ˈsu.βo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To rise or move upwards.
I go up the stairs every day.
Yo subo la escalera todos los días.
To increase a level or amount.
I turn up the volume of the music.
Subo el volumen de la música.
To get into a vehicle or transport.
I get on the bus at the stop.
Subo al autobús en la parada.
To access a higher place.
I go up to the viewpoint to see the landscape.
Subo al mirador para ver el paisaje.

Etymology

From Latin 'subire', which means 'to go underneath'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I gain weight.
Increase in body weight.
subo de peso
I raise the bet.
To increase the risk or investment in something.
subo la apuesta
I get on board.
To enter a vehicle or vessel.
subo a bordo

Related Words

ascent
The act or effect of rising.
subida
to climb
Action of moving upwards.
subir
ascent
Movement towards a higher position.
ascenso

Slang Meanings

To go to a party or event.
I'm going to go to Juan's party this weekend.
Voy a subo a la fiesta de Juan este fin de semana.
To improve in something, especially in performance.
After studying, I improved my grades.
Después de estudiar, subí en mis calificaciones.