Respirar
Definition
(verb) The process of taking air into and expelling it from the lungs
Examples
“Respirar el aire fresco de la montaña vigorizó su espíritu.”
“No podía respirar con esa bufanda.”
I couldn't breathe with that scarf on.
“Respiró hondo antes de entrar.”
She took a deep breath before going in.
“En el metro, apenas podía respirar.”
On the subway, I could barely breathe.
“Mi abuelo respira mejor desde que dejó de fumar en abril.”
My grandfather's been breathing better since he quit smoking in April.
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Other Spanish words at this level include Radiante, Atmósfera, Lo Que Sea, Por cierto, and No Pasa Nada. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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