verb

huir

flee · run away

Irse rápidamente de un lugar para evitar un peligro o problema.

The Spanish word "huir" means "to flee" or "to escape." It refers to the act of running away from a place or situation, often to avoid danger or trouble. The verb is commonly used in contexts where someone is trying to avoid harm or pursue freedom.

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Examples

Los ladrones intentaron huir de la policía.verb

The thieves tried to flee from the police.

El ladrón intenta huir de la policía.verb

The thief tries to flee from the police.

El prisionero huyó rápidamente del lugar.verb

The prisoner fled quickly from the place.

El ladrón huye de la policía.verb

The thief runs away from the police.

No huyas de tus responsabilidades.verb

Don't run away from your responsibilities.

Si hay peligro, debemos huir para estar a salvo.verb

If there is danger, we must flee to be safe.

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