Tratamos (en. We try)

/tɾaˈtamoz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Making efforts to achieve something or to solve a problem.
We try to understand your point of view.
Tratamos de entender su punto de vista.
Discussing or addressing a particular topic.
In the meeting, we addressed several important issues.
En la reunión, tratamos varios asuntos importantes.
Acting in relation to a person or a matter.
We always treat our clients with respect.
Siempre tratamos a nuestros clientes con respeto.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'tractare', which means 'to pull' or 'to touch'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

we try to help
Striving to provide assistance.
tratamos de ayudar
we handle with care
Managing a situation delicately.
tratamos con cuidado
we treat everyone equally
Treating all people the same.
tratamos a todos por igual

Related Words

treat
Verb that indicates the action of treating.
tratar
treatment
Agreement or relationship between parties.
trato
treatment
Handling or care of something or someone.
tratamiento

Slang Meanings

To attempt to do something unsuccessfully.
Although we tried, we couldn't reach an agreement.
Aunque tratamos, no pudimos llegar a un acuerdo.
To deceive or make a joke.
Don't treat me, I already know it's a joke!
¡No me trates, que ya sé que es una broma!