Translation of Spanish word "hacia" to English
hacia
/ˈa.θja/
Meaning
VerbIn the direction of something (indicated by context).
How to use
Hacia ('towards / around') indicates direction or approximate time. Hacia el norte — Towards the north. Hacia las tres — Around three o'clock.
🇬🇧 English
towards
Example
Él camina hacia el parque.
He is walking towards the park.
Miramos hacia el horizonte.
We look towards the horizon.
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Common phrases
- hacia arriba— upwards
- hacia adelante— forward / ahead
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What does the Spanish word "hacia" mean?▼
The Spanish word "hacia" means "towards" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Él camina hacia el parque." (which translates as "He is walking towards the park.").
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