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    Tomaron (en. Took)

    toˈmaɾon

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To take or acquire something.
    They made the best decisions in the meeting.
    Ellos tomaron las mejores decisiones en la reunión.
    To hold something with the hand or with a utensil.
    They took the book that was on the table.
    Tomaron el libro que estaba en la mesa.
    To catch or receive an impression.
    They received the news without surprise.
    Tomaron la noticia sin sorpresa.
    To begin to occupy a place or assume a role.
    They took the leadership of the project.
    Tomaron el liderazgo del proyecto.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'toman'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    took into account
    Considered something in a decision.
    tomaron en cuenta
    took the lead
    They advanced in a competition or situation.
    tomaron la delantera

    Related Words

    take
    Operation of acquiring or holding something.
    tomar
    taken
    The state of having been taken.
    tomado

    Slang Meanings

    To take charge of something unexpectedly.
    They took control of the situation.
    Ellos tomaron el control de la situación.
    In some contexts, it can refer to consuming drugs or alcohol.
    They drank too much yesterday.
    Ayer tomaron demasiado.