Través (en. Through)
/tra'βɾes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The action of crossing or traversing a space or surface.
The traveler passed through the desert.
El viajero pasó a través del desierto.
Intermediation or mediation in an action or situation.
We managed to solve the problem through negotiation.
Logramos resolver el problema a través de la negociación.
Direction or path that goes from one side to another.
There is a tunnel that goes through the mountain.
Se encuentra un túnel que va a través de la montaña.
Etymology
From Latin 'transversus', meaning 'that which crosses or passes through'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
through
By means of.
a través de
to cross the pond
Traveling to another continent, often referring to traveling to America from Europe.
atravesar el charco
to go through
To undergo a process or experience.
ir a través de
Related Words
to cross
To pass through something.
atravesar
crossing
Journey by sea or air.
travesía
Slang Meanings
To cross unexpectedly or without prior notice.
He arrived and crossed the room without anyone seeing him.
Llegó y atravesó la sala sin que nadie lo viera.
To go through a difficult situation.
I had to go through many troubles to achieve my goals.
Tuve que atravesar muchos problemas para lograr mis metas.