Tratarle (en. Treat him)

/tratar.le/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To refer to a person or address them in a conversation or situation.
It is important to treat him/her with respect at all times.
Es importante tratarle con respeto en todo momento.
To approach a topic or issue related to a person.
I am going to address him/her about his/her concerns in the meeting.
Voy a tratarle sobre sus preocupaciones en la reunión.
To interact with someone in a particular way.
You shouldn’t treat him/her as if he/she knows nothing.
No deberías tratarle como si no supiera nada.

Etymology

Derives from the verb 'tratar', which comes from the Latin 'tractare' meaning to handle or negotiate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

treat him/her well
Interact with someone in a positive and respectful manner.
tratarle bien
address him/her informally
Establish an informal relationship using the pronoun 'you'.
tratarle de tú
not take him/her seriously
Not consider someone as a serious person or worthy of attention.
no tratarle en serio

Related Words

treat
Act of addressing or handling a situation
tratar
treatment
Agreement or manner of conducting a relationship between people
trato

Slang Meanings

To treat someone in a familiar way.
Don't treat me like that, we are friends.
No me trates así, somos amigos.
To ignore someone or dismiss their importance.
Don’t take him lightly, he knows a lot.
No lo trates a la ligera, él sabe mucho.