Túmbate (en. Lie down)
/tumˈβate/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To let oneself fall to the ground or to another surface.
After running, I lay down on the grass to catch my breath.
Después de correr, me tumbé en el césped para recuperar el aliento.
To assume a lying or reclining position.
Lie down on the sofa and take a rest for a while.
Túmbate en el sofá y descansa un rato.
To adjust the position of the body on a surface.
Lie on your side to be more comfortable.
Túmbate de lado para estar más cómodo.
Etymology
From the verb tumbar, which comes from the Latin 'tumbare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lie down in the sun
Lie down on the ground or on a surface exposed to the sun.
túmbate al sol
lie down and relax
Position for resting and releasing tension.
túmbate y relájate
lie down and listen to music
Lie down in a comfortable place and enjoy the music.
túmbate y escucha música
Related Words
to lay down
To make someone or something fall or be placed in a horizontal position.
tumbar
to lie down
To place oneself in a horizontal position to rest or sleep.
acostarse
to rest
To rest in a calm and relaxed position.
reposar
Slang Meanings
To have a relaxed or carefree attitude.
When you're on vacation, you just have to lie down and enjoy.
Cuando estás de vacaciones, solo tienes que túmbate y disfrutar.