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to let down
[phrase form: let]
01
decepcionar
to make someone disappointed by not meeting their expectations
Transitive: to let down sb
Ejemplos
This car has never let me down, even in the harshest weather conditions.
Este coche nunca me ha decepcionado, incluso en las condiciones climáticas más duras.
02
bajar, descender
to lower something that was previously raised or suspended
Transitive: to let down sth
Ejemplos
The sailor let the sails of the boat down, reducing its speed as it approached the harbor.
El marinero bajó las velas del barco, reduciendo su velocidad al acercarse al puerto.
03
alargar, bajar el dobladillo
to lengthen a piece of clothing, such as pants or a dress, by releasing or lowering the hem or seams
Transitive: to let down a piece of clothing
Ejemplos
The designer let down the sleeves of the blouse, creating a more relaxed and comfortable fit.
El diseñador bajó las mangas de la blusa, creando un ajuste más relajado y cómodo.
04
decepcionar, frenar
to hinder someone or something's ability to achieve their full potential or perform to their best capabilities
Transitive: to let down sb
Ejemplos
The student's poor test-taking strategies are letting them down despite their understanding of the material.
Las pobres estrategias para tomar exámenes del estudiante los dejan caer a pesar de su comprensión del material.
05
desinflar, dejar salir el aire
to intentionally remove air from something that was previously inflated
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to let down something inflatable
Ejemplos
The hiker let down a small amount of air from their inflatable mattress to make it more comfortable for sleeping.
El excursionista dejó salir una pequeña cantidad de aire de su colchón inflable para hacerlo más cómodo para dormir.
