Spanish Conversation · Level 135
45 words
Spanish word
talar
Pronunciation
IPA/taˈlaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcut down
Example
Ten cuidado al talar ese árbol; está podrido.
Be careful when cutting down that tree; it's rotten.
More examples
No se permite talar árboles en esta zona protegida.
It is not permitted to cut down trees in this protected area.
Core concept
A tree cut at its base, collapsing and leaving a stump and a fallen trunk.
Common phrases
talar árboles
cut down trees
talar un árbol
cut down a tree
Similar words
cortar: Cuts objects with a blade or tool, slicing or dividing materials.
derribar: Knocks or forces something over by impact or applied force.
arrancar: Pulls roots or attached parts out with force until they detach.
tumbar: Topples something onto its side so it lies flat or horizontal.
Definition in Spanish
Cortar y derribar árboles desde la base hasta hacerlos caer.
Word origin
From Spanish tala 'act of felling', ultimately from Latin talea meaning 'cutting' or 'shoot', so talar means to fell a tree by cutting at the base.
Usage tips
- Talar appears mainly in forestry and official contexts, and when referring to pruning branches Spanish speakers usually say podar while cortar denotes ordinary cutting.