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    Tomase (en. Take)

    /toˈmase/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    A verbal form used in hypothetical situations or desires.
    I wish you would take the train on time.
    Ojalá que tú tomase el tren a tiempo.
    It expresses a possibility or condition that is not real.
    If you took this decision, there would be consequences.
    Si tú tomase esta decisión, habría consecuencias.
    Use in conditional statements where a subjunctive verb is required.
    If you took the offer, you would be in a better situation.
    Si tomase la oferta, estaría en una mejor situación.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'toman', form of the verb 'tomen' related to the action of taking.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a break
    To pause an activity to rest.
    tomarse un descanso
    to take things calmly
    Not to rush and approach situations with tranquility.
    tomarse las cosas con calma
    to take something to heart
    To take a matter very personally and seriously.
    tomarse algo a pecho

    Related Words

    take
    To grab or receive something.
    tomar
    taking
    The action of taking.
    toma
    taker
    A person who takes or receives.
    tomador

    Slang Meanings

    To take something in an informal or colloquial context.
    After the party, they took it very lightly.
    Después de la fiesta, se lo tomaron muy a la ligera.
    To seize an opportunity.
    If you get the chance, don't hesitate to take that offer.
    Si te dan la chance, no dudes en tomarse esa oferta.