Spanish Conversation · Level 20
90 words
Spanish word
soltar
Pronunciation
IPA/solˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verblet go of
Example
No sueltes mi mano.
Don't let go of my hand.
More examples
Ella soltó una carcajada.
She burst into laughter.
Core concept
A hand opening to release an object.
Common phrases
soltar la mano
let go of the hand
soltar la lengua
blurt out
soltar una carcajada
burst into laughter
Similar words
dejar: Put an object down or cease holding it, leaving it behind in place.
quitar: Take an item off or away from a hand, removing it directly from where it is held.
aflojar: Loosen the pressure on something tight so it becomes slack or less secure.
soltarse: Become detached or fall away as the hold fails, without deliberate action.
Definition in Spanish
Dejar de sujetar algo con la mano o renunciar a mantenerlo, y por extensión soltar palabras o secretos.
Word origin
From Latin solvere 'to loosen' via a medieval frequentative form, the verb came to mean physically letting go and, by extension, allowing words or secrets to escape.
Usage tips
- The verb shows a stem change o→ue in present forms (yo suelto, tú sueltas) and normally emphasizes releasing what one holds, whereas dejar often means leaving something behind.