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poner [las] espuelas — meaning in English

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English meaning

spur noun A spiked device worn on a rider's boot heel to urge a horse forward.

Senses

poner [las] espuelas is used for these senses in English:

spur (transitive) To prod (especially a horse) on the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.
spur (transitive) To put spurs on.

spur — full definition

noun A spiked device worn on a rider's boot heel to urge a horse forward.
noun Something that motivates or drives someone to act.
noun A ridge or side branch jutting out from something larger, such as a mountain range or road.
verb To urge someone or something into action.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Spanish words

puón espuela espolón acicate chocoyas espolín rastro espolada espolazo incentivo conexión extensión