Buscar
to fall
01
caerse
to quickly move from a higher place toward the ground
Intransitive
Example
The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
She loses her balance and falls backwards.
02
disminuir
to decrease in quantity, quality, or extent
Intransitive
Example
With the economic downturn, consumer spending on luxury items started to fall.
After the harvest season, the supply of fresh vegetables at the market began to fall.
The temperature is expected to fall significantly as we move into the winter months.
03
caer, descender
to physically move in a downward direction without necessarily reaching the lowest point
Intransitive
Example
As the airplane descended for landing, the passengers felt a slight pressure change as they began to fall toward the runway.
04
caer, descender
to lose a position of power, authority, or influence, often as a result of a negative event or circumstance
Intransitive
Example
Following the economic downturn, several prominent business figures saw their empires fall.
After the scandal, the once-respected politician saw his reputation fall dramatically.
05
caer, quedarse dormido
to transition passively into a specific state or condition
Linking Verb: to fall [adj]
06
caer en, clasificarse en
to come under, be classified, or included in a specific category, group, or set of criteria
Intransitive: to fall under a category
07
caer, fracasarse
to undergo a situation of defeat, failure, or significant decline
Intransitive
08
caer, suceder
to happen or take place at a specific time
Intransitive: to fall point in time
Example
The exam will fall on Monday, and students are advised to review their materials over the weekend.
The eclipse is predicted to fall later this month.
The meeting is scheduled to fall tomorrow at noon.
09
caer, fracasarse
to be defeated in battle or conflict, leading to the capture of a military force
Intransitive
10
caer, morir
to die, especially in the context of warfare, conflict, or a hunt
Intransitive
11
caer, descender
to descend, touch, or be placed on a surface, often in a gradual or gentle manner
Intransitive: to fall somewhere
Example
The painter allowed the brushstroke to fall delicately onto the canvas.
The spotlight on the stage was adjusted to fall precisely on the lead performer.
12
corresponder, caer
to be assigned, typically referring to responsibilities or tasks
Intransitive: to fall to sb
Example
As the eldest sibling, the duty of looking after the younger ones often falls naturally to her.
13
ceder a la tentación, caer en pecado
to give in to temptation, or to commit a sinful act
Intransitive: to fall into a wrongful act
14
nacer, venir al mundo
(of lambs) to be born
Intransitive
Example
In the serene meadows, the shepherd witnesses the beauty of nature as lambs fall.
In the early spring, the fields come alive as lambs fall, bringing new energy to the farm.
15
caer, descaer
to let one's facial expression convey a sense of disappointment, sadness, or dejection
Intransitive
16
dedicarse a, embarcarse en
to embark on or undertake a task or activity with enthusiasm or commitment
Transitive: to fall to a task
17
caer, descender
to come or descend in a manner suggesting a drop
Transitive: to fall over sb/sth | to fall upon sb/sth
18
disminuir, caer
to gradually diminish, settle, or decrease in intensity
Intransitive
Example
The tension in the room started to fall after the mediator successfully facilitated a resolution.
After the storm passed, the wind and rain began to fall, leaving behind a calm atmosphere.
The applause for the performance echoed through the auditorium and eventually began to fall.
19
descender, caer
to slope downward or decline gradually
Intransitive
Example
The hiking trail started to fall gently as it led down into the valley.
The road seemed to fall as it wound down the mountain, offering breathtaking views.
As the river flowed, the terrain caused it to fall steadily, creating small waterfalls.
20
caer, desplomarse
to intentionally and forcefully descend to a lower position, often by bending at the waist or knees
Intransitive
Example
In the action movie, the hero had to fall from a great height and land safely as part of a daring stunt.
21
corresponder, caer
to be inherited or acquired by legal or customary right
Transitive: to fall to sb
Fall
01
otoño
the season that comes after summer, when in most countries the color of the leaves change and they fall from the trees
Example
The days become shorter in fall, and the nights become cooler.
I like to wear cozy sweaters and scarves during the fall season.
The sound of crunching leaves underfoot is a characteristic of the fall season.
02
baja, caída
a reduction in size, amount, number, etc.
Example
The company reported a fall in profits for the second quarter.
The fall in oil prices has significantly impacted the global economy.
The fall in temperature signaled the arrival of autumn.
03
cascada, caída
a mass of water that continously drops from a high place such as a cliff
04
el atardecer, el ocaso
the time of day immediately following sunset
05
caída
the loss or defeat of someone or something, particularly in an irredeemable way
06
caída, bando
a group of woodcocks
07
caída, descenso
a sudden drop from an upright position
08
caída, desviación
a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity
09
pendiente, ladera
a downward slope or bend
10
caída, rendición
the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions)
11
caída, descenso
a movement downward
12
caída, descenso
a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity
13
caída, descenso
a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity
14
caída, planchazo
when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat
15
caída, declive
a sudden or significant decline in a character's status, power, or fortune
What is a "fall"?
In literature, a fall often refers to a character's decline or downfall, whether in terms of their status, moral integrity, or personal circumstances. This term is frequently used to describe the process by which a character experiences significant loss or failure, often as a result of their own actions or external forces. The fall typically serves as a key turning point in the narrative, leading to further developments in the plot and influencing the character's journey.
Ejemplo
The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
She loses her balance and falls backwards.
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