Spanish Conversation · Level 146
30 words
Spanish word
eludir
Pronunciation
IPA/eluˈðiɾ/
Meaning
- verbavoid
Example
Trato de eludir problemas.
I try to avoid problems.
More examples
Intentó eludir la mirada cuando entró en la sala.
He tried to avoid eye contact when he entered the room.
Core concept
A person sidestepping a reporter's question.
Common phrases
eludir problemas
avoid problems
eludir la mirada
avoid eye contact
Similar words
evitar: Avoids unwanted situations or actions by choosing not to engage.
ignorar: Ignores remarks or problems, behaving as if unaware.
esquivar: Shifts the body to dodge physical danger, obstacles, or attacks.
Definition in Spanish
No enfrentarse a algo o impedir que algo te afecte; usar medios para evitar problemas, preguntas u obligaciones.
Word origin
From Latin eludere (e- 'out' + ludere 'to play or dodge'), eludir in Spanish means to move out of the way of questions, obligations, or problems.
Usage tips
- Eludir often appears in formal or journalistic contexts and implies deliberate evasion of duties, taxes, or awkward questions, while everyday speakers often prefer evitar or esquivar.
Other meanings
- dodgeverb
- escapeverb
Opposites
- afrontarfaceverb
- confrontarconfrontverb
Related words
- eludidoavoidedadjective
- eludibleavoidableadjective