verb
ahogar
drown
Es impedir que alguien o algo pueda respirar, ya sea en agua, con un objeto o por falta de aire.
The Spanish word "ahogar" means to drown or to suffocate. It refers to the action of being unable to breathe, usually because of water or another substance blocking the airways.
It can also be used metaphorically, meaning to overwhelm or suppress feelings.
Example:
- Ahogar a alguien = to drown someone.
- Me siento ahogado por el trabajo = I feel overwhelmed by work.
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Examples
Ellos iban a ahogarse en el río, pero pudieron salir a tiempo.verb
They were going to drown in the river, but they managed to get out in time.
Ella casi se ahoga.verb
She almost drowned.
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