quell in Spanish
quell in Spanish is reprimir, subyugar — quell means to bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.
quell in Spanish
reprimir
(transitive) To subdue, put down, or silence (someone or something); to force (someone) to submit. [from 10th c.]
subyugar
(transitive) To subdue, put down, or silence (someone or something); to force (someone) to submit. [from 10th c.]
What does "quell" mean?
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verb To bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.
"Troops were sent in to quell the riot."
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quell in a sentence
- Troops were sent in to quell the riot.
- A cup of tea helped quell her nerves before the interview.
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What is "quell" in Spanish?
"quell" in Spanish is reprimir, subyugar. quell means: To bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.
How do you use "quell" in a sentence?
Example: "Troops were sent in to quell the riot." In Spanish, "quell" is reprimir, subyugar.
Are there other ways to say "quell" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "quell": reprimir, subyugar.
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