Tratarlo (en. Treat it)

/tɾaˈtaɾ.lo/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Act of addressing a topic or an issue.
It is important to treat it carefully.
Es importante tratarlo con cuidado.
Interact with an individual in a certain way.
I decided to treat him like a friend.
Decidí tratarlo como un amigo.
Try to solve a problem.
We need to address it before it gets worse.
Necesitamos tratarlo antes de que empeore.

Etymology

Form of the verb 'tratar' in infinitive with the direct object pronoun 'lo'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take it seriously
Approach a matter with due importance.
tratarlo en serio
treat it with respect
Interact with consideration towards the other person.
tratarlo con respeto
treat it as it deserves
Treat someone according to their value or quality.
tratarlo como se merece

Related Words

treat
Verb that means to address, consider, or handle a topic.
tratar
treatment
Action of treating something or someone in a specific way.
tratamiento
treatable
That can be treated or managed.
tratable

Slang Meanings

To make it understood that something will be managed.
If you don't address it, it won't be resolved.
Si no lo tratas, no se va a resolver.
To take action on an issue informally.
I'm going to handle it my way, don't worry.
Voy a tratarlo a mi manera, no te preocupes.