Held (es. Sujetaba)

Translation into English

Beginner (A1-A2)

Él sujetaba un libro en la mano.
He held a book in his hand.
Context: daily life
Ella sujetaba un globo en la fiesta.
She held a balloon at the party.
Context: daily life
Yo sujetaba la mesa mientras él la arreglaba.
I held the table while he fixed it.
Context: daily life

Intermediate (B1-B2)

Mientras caminaba, él sujetaba su sombrero para que no se volara.
While walking, he held his hat so it wouldn't blow away.
Context: daily life
Ella sujetaba los papeles para que no se caigan durante la presentación.
She held the papers so they wouldn't fall during the presentation.
Context: work
El niño sujetaba la cometa con mucha fuerza para que no escapara.
The boy held the kite tightly so it wouldn't escape.
Context: daily life

Advanced (C1-C2)

En la discusión, ella sujetaba los argumentos con firmeza y claridad, mostrando su dominio del tema.
In the discussion, she held the arguments firmly and clearly, showing her mastery of the topic.
Context: society
El artista sujetaba su lienzo mientras pintaba, reflejando una profunda conexión con su obra.
The artist held his canvas while painting, reflecting a deep connection with his work.
Context: art
En momentos críticos, el líder sujetaba las riendas del grupo, guiándolo hacia decisiones acertadas.
In critical moments, the leader held the reins of the group, guiding it towards sound decisions.
Context: leadership

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