jalar de
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jalar de(
hah
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lahr
deh
)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (general) (Andes) (Caribbean) (Central America) (Mexico)
Regionalism used in the Caribbean: Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico
Regionalism used in Central America: Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama
Regionalism used in Mexico
a. to pull
La niña no se quería ir, pero su mamá la jaló de la mano y se la llevó al carro.The girl didn't want to leave, but her mom pulled her hand and led her to the car.
b. to tug
Si jalas de la cuerda en la espalda de la muñeca, te da un abrazo.If you tug the string that's on the back of the doll, it gives you a hug.
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