Sueltan (en. Release)

/swel.tan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To make something loosen or become free.
They release the birds so they can fly freely.
Ellos sueltan las aves para que vuelen libres.
To drop something.
She lets go of the rope and the balloon rises.
Ella suelta la cuerda y el globo se eleva.
To free or allow something to escape.
The children release colors on the board.
Los niños sueltan colores en la pizarra.

Etymology

From Latin 'solutare', meaning to free or release.

Common Phrases and Expressions

they burst into laughter
Indicates that someone starts laughing uncontrollably.
sueltan la risa
they spill the beans
Refers to someone who speaks freely or gossips.
sueltan la lengua
they do not give away any details
Means they do not share information or secrets.
no sueltan prenda

Related Words

to release
To make something stop being held.
soltar
to free
To set someone or something free.
liberar
ease
Ability to move or speak naturally.
soltura

Slang Meanings

To release something that was contained or tied.
He lets go of his problems when he goes for a run.
Él suelta los problemas cuando sale a correr.
To speak without thinking, to vent.
At the party, she lets out everything on her mind.
En la fiesta, ella suelta todo lo que tiene en la mente.