Trátalo (en. Treat it)

ˈtɾatalo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Instruction to manage or approach a situation or people.
If you have a complaint, address it with the manager.
Si tienes una queja, trátalo con el gerente.
Suggestion to act in a specific way.
Don't worry, handle it calmly.
No te preocupes, trátalo con calma.
It is advice for interacting with someone.
When he speaks to you, treat him with respect.
Cuando te hable, trátalo con respeto.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'tratar', which comes from the Latin 'tractare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

treat it with care
Instructs to handle a situation delicately.
trátalo con cuidado
treat him like a friend
Invites to interact in a friendly manner.
trátalo como un amigo

Related Words

tratar
Verb that means to manage, approach, or discuss something.
tratar
trato
Agreement or custom in the way of treating others.
trato

Slang Meanings

Used in the context of social interactions
At the party, if someone ignores you, just treat it like nothing happened.
En la fiesta, si alguien te ignora, solo trátalo como si nada.
A way to suggest ignoring a problem
If it bothers you, just handle it and move on.
Si te molesta, simplemente trátalo y sigue adelante.