pellizcar
pinch
Apretar una parte de la piel entre dos dedos, a menudo causando un poco de dolor.
Word: pellizcar
Meaning in English:
The verb "pellizcar" means "to pinch" in English. It refers to the act of squeezing or gripping a small amount of skin or flesh between the fingers, usually as a slight, quick, and sometimes painful touch.
Explanation and Parts:
- "pellizcar" is a regular verb ending in -ar, which is common for many Spanish verbs.
- It comes from the noun "pellizco", which means "pinch" (the act or amount pinched).
- The verb can also be used figuratively for smaller or minor actions similar to grabbing or taking lightly.
Synonyms:
- pellizcar: pinchar, pellizquear (the latter also colloquial for pinch)
- agarrar (to grab/take hold, but more general and less precise)
Antonyms:
- soltar (to release, to let go)
- dejar (to let, leave)
Additional Uses:
In some contexts, pellizcar can also be used metaphorically, as in "pellizcar una migaja de pan" — "to pinch (take) a crumb of bread," indicating taking a small piece or portion of something.
Summary:
| Aspect | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Meaning | To pinch, squeeze a small area |
| Verb Type | Regular -ar verb |
| Root Noun | Pellizco (pinch) |
| Synonyms | Pinchar, pellizquear |
| Antonyms | Soltar, dejar |
| Figurative Meaning | Taking a small portion |
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Mi hermana me pellizcó el brazo sin querer.verb
My sister accidentally pinched my arm.
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