Quedarse
Example: Prefiero quedarme en casa cuando llueve mucho afuera.
Definition
"Quedarse" means to remain in a place or situation, often implying staying put or not leaving. It can also express a change in state or condition, such as becoming or ending up in a particular way, as in "Prefiero quedarme en casa cuando llueve mucho afuera."
Etymology
The Spanish verb "quedarse" originates from the Latin word 'quiescere,' meaning to rest or remain quiet. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to express staying or remaining in a place or state. Did you know? The reflexive form emphasizes the subject's involvement in the action of staying.
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"Quedarse" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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