Spanish word

lidiar

Pronunciation

IPA/liˈðjaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbcope with

Example

Tengo que lidiar con mucho estrés en el trabajo.

I have to cope with a lot of stress at work.

Illustration for lidiar (cope with)

More examples

¿Cómo puedo lidiar con mis emociones en una discusión?

How can I cope with my emotions in an argument?

Core concept

Person holding up a heavy pile of problems.

Common phrases

  • lidiar con las emociones

    cope with emotions

  • saber lidiar con situaciones difíciles

    know how to cope with difficult situations

  • tener que lidiar con la burocracia

    have to cope with bureaucracy

Similar words

resolver: Solves a difficulty by finding a definitive fix or reaching a final solution.
tratar: Engages with a person or matter to try to address or handle it.
encargarse: Takes responsibility for a task or problem and sees its handling through.
manejar: Controls or operates a situation, object, or process to keep it functioning.

Definition in Spanish

Gestionar o soportar situaciones, personas o tareas problemáticas, implicando esfuerzo o paciencia.

Word origin

Derived from the medieval Spanish noun lidia 'fight', so the verb came to mean confronting or enduring troublesome situations.

Usage tips

  • Often used in the phrase 'tener que lidiar con ...' with con required, and commonly expresses a personal burden or complaint.

Other meanings

  • manageverb
  • handleverb

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