Spanish Conversation · Level 4
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Spanish word
atar
Pronunciation
IPA/aˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbtie
Example
No puedo atar mis zapatos.
I can't tie my shoes.
More examples
¿Puedes ayudarme a atar la corbata?
Can you help me tie my tie?
Core concept
Shoelaces tied in a knot.
Common phrases
atar los zapatos
tie one's shoes
atar la corbata
tie one's tie
atar un paquete
tie up a package
Similar words
amarrar: A large rope or heavy line is used to bind something firmly in place.
anudar: A cord or ribbon is looped into a knot to secure its ends.
sujetar: A thing is fixed in place by holding, clamping, or anchoring with the hand or a tool.
abrochar: Clothing fasteners like buttons or belts are closed to hold garments shut.
Definition in Spanish
Unir o sujetar algo con un nudo, una cuerda, un cordón u otro medio para que no se suelte.
Word origin
From Vulgar Latin attachiare via Old Castilian, originally meaning to fasten or bind with a cord.
Usage tips
- Spanish commonly uses the reflexive atarse for fastening clothing and shoes, as in atarse los zapatos.