Buscar
to get around
[phrase form: get]
01
convencer
to persuade someone or something to agree to what one wants, often by doing things they like
Transitive: to get around sb
Example
Sarah knows how to get around her parents and convince them to extend her curfew.
Sarah sabe cómo manipular a sus padres y convencerlos de extender su toque de queda.
He can easily get around his colleagues and get them to help with his projects.
Él puede fácilmente convencer a sus colegas y conseguir que le ayuden con sus proyectos.
02
difundirse, circular
(of information, news, or rumors) to spread or circulate
Dialect
American
American
Intransitive
Transitive: to get around a place
Example
Word tends to get around quickly in a small town.
La palabra tiende a difundirse rápidamente en un pueblo pequeño.
The gossip about their relationship troubles got around the office, causing a lot of speculation.
Los chismes sobre sus problemas de relación se difundieron por la oficina, causando mucha especulación.
03
desplazarse, moverse
to move or travel from one place to another
DialectAmerican
AmericanIntransitive
Example
In the city, it's easy to get around using public transportation.
En la ciudad, es fácil moverse usando el transporte público.
In the congested city, people often use bicycles to get around quickly and avoid traffic.
En la ciudad congestionada, la gente a menudo usa bicicletas para desplazarse rápidamente y evitar el tráfico.
04
ingeniárselas, sortear
to find a way to overcome a problem or obstacle
Transitive: to get around sth
Example
Students should be resourceful and get around the challenges of remote learning.
Los estudiantes deben ser ingeniosos y sortear los desafíos del aprendizaje remoto.
He always finds a way to get around traffic jams using alternative routes.
Siempre encuentra la manera de sortear los atascos utilizando rutas alternativas.
05
relacionarse, socializar
to engage in social activities or interactions
Intransitive
Example
The social butterfly in the group is always eager to get around, introducing everyone to new acquaintances at gatherings.
La mariposa social del grupo siempre está ansiosa por moverse, presentando a todos a nuevos conocidos en las reuniones.
Ever since she retired, Jane has been getting around more, attending art classes, and joining clubs to stay active.
Desde que se jubiló, Jane ha estado socializando más, asistiendo a clases de arte y uniéndose a clubes para mantenerse activa.
06
rodear, superar
to move past an obstacle or barrier
Transitive: to get around an obstacle or barrier
Example
The determined hiker managed to get around the fallen tree and continue the trail.
El excursionista decidido logró rodear el árbol caído y continuar el sendero.
To reach the garden, you need to get around the tall fence.
Para llegar al jardín, necesitas rodear la valla alta.
07
andar con varios
to have romantic or sexual relationships with multiple people, often without commitment
Intransitive
Example
He has a reputation for getting around with different partners.
Tiene la reputación de salir con diferentes parejas.
She 's not one to settle down; she likes to get around and have fun.
Ella no es de las que se establecen; le gusta salir con varias personas y divertirse.
