Túmbate (en. Lie down)
/tumˈβate/
Meaning & Definition
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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 adjust the position of the body on a surface.
Lie on your side to be more comfortable.
Túmbate de lado para estar más cómodo.
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.
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.