Spanish Conversation · Level 51
74 words
Spanish word
sujetar
Pronunciation
IPA/suxeˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbhold
Example
¿Puedes sujetar mi bolsa un momento?
Can you hold my bag for a moment?
More examples
Sujeta la mano del niño cuando crucemos la calle.
Hold the child's hand when we cross the street.
Core concept
Firm grip that prevents an object from slipping or falling.
Common phrases
sujetar la puerta
hold the door
sujetar la bolsa
carry the bag
sujetar la cuerda
grasp the rope
Similar words
agarrar: Grasps something quickly and firmly with the hand.
tomar: Picks up an object with the hand to take or carry it.
sostener: Supports an object with the hands or body to keep it steady.
fijar: Fastens an object in place with screws, nails, or similar fixings.
Definition in Spanish
Agarrar o sostener con firmeza un objeto para impedir que se suelte, se desplace o caiga.
Word origin
From Latin subicere (via subiectare) 'to place under', later shifting to the sense of securing or holding something firmly.
Usage tips
- Sujetar usually implies fastening or securing to stop movement or falling, while sostener focuses on supporting weight and agarrar on grabbing quickly.