Traer (en. Bring)

/tɾaˈeɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To move something from one place to another, especially towards the place where the speaker is.
Please, bring the book you left on the table.
Por favor, trae el libro que dejaste en la mesa.
To provide or contribute something to someone.
The waiter brings the food to the table.
El camarero trae la comida a la mesa.
To be the cause of something.
His arrival will bring joy to the party.
Su llegada traerá alegría a la fiesta.

Etymology

From the Latin 'trahere', which means 'to pull' or 'to drag'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bring up
To mention or introduce a topic in a conversation.
traer a colación
to bring to mind
To remember something.
traer a la memoria
to bring back
To return something or someone.
traer de vuelta

Related Words

brought
Past participle of bring.
traído
bring along
To take something or someone along.
traer consigo

Slang Meanings

To bring into the world
That idea is going to bring a new perspective to the world.
Esa idea va a traer al mundo un nuevo enfoque.
To be clear about it
When you talk to him, make sure to be clear about your intentions.
Cuando hables con él, asegúrate de traerla clara sobre tus intenciones.