Translation of Spanish word "parar" to English
parar
/paˈraɾ/
Meaning
Verbto stop or come to a halt
How to use
Parar ('to stop / block / stand') is a regular -ar verb. Sin parar — Non-stop / continuously. Reflexive pararse is common in Latin America for standing up.
🇬🇧 English
to stop
Example
Necesito parar para llenar el tanque de gasolina.
I need to stop to fill up the gas tank.
El autobús se paró en la esquina.
The bus stopped at the corner.
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Common phrases
- parar de llover— to stop raining
- sin parar— non-stop / endlessly
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What does the Spanish word "parar" mean?▼
The Spanish word "parar" means "to stop" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Necesito parar para llenar el tanque de gasolina." (which translates as "I need to stop to fill up the gas tank.").
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