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“hoist” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/iˈθaɾ/

Example

Antes de zarpar, izó la vela.

Before setting sail, he hoisted the sail.

Illustration for izar (hoist)

How to say “hoist” in Spanish

“Hoist” in Spanish is izar.

A rope being pulled to lift an object to the top of a pole or mast.

Full entry for izar: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with izar

El alcalde pidió izar la bandera en el balcón del ayuntamiento.

The mayor asked to hoist the flag on the town hall balcony.

Tips for using izar

  • The verb is typically transitive and used with a direct object, as in 'izar la bandera', rather than reflexive or intransitive constructions.

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