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to grate
01
rallar
to cut food into small pieces or shreds using a tool with sharp holes
Transitive: to grate food ingredients
Ejemplos
When baking, grate nutmeg to sprinkle over the dough.
Al hornear, ralla la nuez moscada para espolvorear sobre la masa.
02
rechinar, chirriar
to produce a harsh, irritating sound by rubbing or scraping
Intransitive
Ejemplos
The metal chair grated on the floor as she moved it.
La silla de metal rechinó en el suelo mientras la movía.
03
hacer chirriar
to scratch or rub repeatedly against a surface, often causing irritation or annoyance
Intransitive: to grate against sth
Ejemplos
The sandpaper grated against the wood, leaving a smooth finish.
El papel de lija raspaba contra la madera, dejando un acabado suave.
04
molestar, irritar
to cause discomfort, annoyance, or irritation in someone
Intransitive: to grate on sb/sth
Ejemplos
The constant noise from the construction site grates on the neighbors.
El ruido constante de la obra molesta a los vecinos.
05
enrejar, equipar con una reja
to provide or equip something with a a frame of iron bars, typically for protection
Transitive: to grate sth
Ejemplos
They grated the ventilation system to improve airflow.
Ellos enrejaron el sistema de ventilación para mejorar el flujo de aire.
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Ejemplos
A rusted grate blocked the entrance to the old tunnel.
Una reja oxidada bloqueaba la entrada del viejo túnel.
02
a barrier of parallel or crossed bars that blocks a passage while allowing air or light to pass
Ejemplos
The prison door had a heavy iron grate.
03
a harsh, rasping, or grinding sound produced by scraping or friction
Ejemplos
Metal scraping on stone created an unpleasant grate.
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