Spanish word

hidratar

Pronunciation

IPA/iðɾaˈtaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbhydrate

Example

Debes hidratarte después de correr.

You should hydrate after running.

Illustration for hidratar (hydrate)

More examples

Aplica una crema que ayude a hidratar la piel por la noche.

Apply a cream that helps moisturize the skin at night.

Core concept

Adding water to skin, plants, or fabrics to restore dampness.

Common phrases

  • hidratar la piel

    moisturize the skin

  • hidratar el cuerpo

    hydrate the body

  • hidratar el rostro

    moisturize the face

Similar words

beber: Take in fluids by drinking a beverage to supply the body with water.
hidratarse: Restore personal hydration by taking in fluids to prevent or reverse dryness.
reponer: Replace lost water or supplies to bring them back to previous levels.

Definition in Spanish

Restituir o aportar agua a sustancias, tejidos o materiales para devolver humedad.

Word origin

The verb comes from Latin hydratāre, ultimately from Greek hydōr 'water', with -ar used to make the infinitive.

Usage tips

  • When encouraging someone to drink, short phrases like hidrátate or tómate agua are common, and hidratar also appears on product labels as crema hidratante.

Other meanings

  • moisturizeverb
  • moistenverb

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