Traspasar (en. Transfer)

/tɾas.paˈsaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To transfer rights or possessions.
I am going to transfer my rental contract.
Voy a traspasar mi contrato de alquiler.
To transfer something from one place or situation to another.
I decided to transfer the property to my son.
Decidí traspasar la propiedad a mi hijo.
To pass through a place, especially a limit or border.
The river crosses the border between the two countries.
El río traspasa la frontera entre los dos países.

Etymology

From the prefix 'tras-' meaning 'beyond' and 'pasar', from Latin 'passare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to cross boundaries
To overcome restrictions or barriers.
traspasar límites
transfer of powers
Process of ceding authorities or responsibilities.
traspaso de poderes
to pass on information
To transmit data from one person to another.
traspasar información

Related Words

transfer
The act of transferring something.
traspaso
to pass
To move from one place to another.
pasar
to transfer
To make something pass from one person to another.
transferir

Slang Meanings

To transfer something informally.
I am going to transfer this DVD to a friend.
Voy a traspasar este DVD a un amigo.
To make a deal or transaction without following formal procedures.
She transferred her car without paperwork.
Ella traspasó su coche sin papeles.