Sueltame (en. Let me go)

/swelta.me/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Action of freeing someone or something from a grip.
When she shouts 'let me go,' I understand she wants to move freely.
Cuando me grita 'suéltame', entiendo que quiere moverse libremente.
Expression of wanting to separate from a situation or person.
By saying 'let me go,' she wanted to indicate that she was fed up with the conversation.
Al decir 'suéltame', ella quería indicar que estaba harta de la conversación.
Colloquial use related to the desire not to be controlled.
He always says 'let me go' when he feels overwhelmed by expectations.
Él siempre dice 'suéltame' cuando se siente abrumado por las expectativas.

Etymology

It comes from the verb "soltar," which means to release or let go.

Common Phrases and Expressions

let me go for a moment
Indicates a desire to be temporarily freed.
suéltame un momento
let me go, please
A plea for freedom to be granted.
suéltame, por favor
don't let me go
Demands that the grip not be tightened further.
no me sueltes

Related Words

let go
To let go of something that is being held.
soltar
free
To set someone or something free from restrictions.
liberar
detach
To separate what is united or tight.
desprender

Slang Meanings

Expression of a desire for independence.
When he says 'let me go,' he is expressing that he wants to act without influence.
Cuando dice 'suéltame', está manifestando que quiere actuar sin influencia.
Asking for an uncomfortable situation to end.
In a discussion, 'let me go' can mean that he needs space.
En una discusión, 'suéltame' puede significar que necesita espacio.