English–Spanish
“approach” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/aβoɾˈðaɾ/
Example
Un vendedor me abordó en la entrada.
A salesperson approached me at the entrance.
How to say “approach” in Spanish
“Approach” in Spanish is abordar.
A person stepping up to start a conversation.
Example sentences with abordar
La periodista intentó abordar al ministro para pedir una entrevista.
The reporter tried to speak to the minister to ask for an interview.
Tips for using abordar
- When used with a person, 'abordar a alguien' often implies initiating contact and can carry a soliciting or pushy connotation in street or sales situations.
Other Spanish words for “approach”
Escuchamos el acercamiento del tren.
We heard the train approaching.
Su aproximación al problema fue práctica y eficiente.
His approach to the problem was practical and efficient.