derrapar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

The word "derrapar" is a verb.

Phonetic Transcription

/d̪e. ra. ˈpaɾ/

Translation Options into English

• To skid
• To drift

Meaning and Usage

"Derrañar" is used primarily in automotive contexts to describe the action of a vehicle losing traction, often resulting in a sideways movement. This can occur during fast cornering or on slippery surfaces. It is a common term in both everyday conversation and specialized language when discussing driving techniques or vehicle performance.

The frequency of use tends to be higher in spoken contexts, especially among those interested in motorsport, automotive repair, or driving safety.

Example Sentences

1. La auto derrapó en la curva.

2. The car skidded in the curve.

3. Aprendí a derrapar en mi clase de conducción.

4. I learned to drift in my driving class.

5. No deberías derrapar en la nieve, es muy peligroso.

6. You shouldn't skid on the snow; it's very dangerous.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Derrañar" is not commonly used in fixed idiomatic expressions; however, it does appear in various contexts related to driving and safety. Here are some related phrases:

1. "Derrañar a toda velocidad"
2. To skid at full speed.

3. Example: "Cuando derrepamos a toda velocidad, sentí una adrenalina increíble."

   • "When we skidded at full speed, I felt an incredible adrenaline rush."

4. "No derrapes en la carretera mojada"

5. Don’t skid on the wet road.

6. Example: "Es fundamental no derrapar en la carretera mojada para evitar accidentes."

   • "It is essential not to skid on the wet road to avoid accidents."

7. "Derrapez un poco para tomar la curva"

8. Drift a little to take the curve.
9. Example: "El instructor dijo que debíamos derrapar un poco para tomar la curva más suavemente."
   • "The instructor said we should drift a little to take the curve more smoothly."

Etymology

The verb "derrapar" comes from the Spanish prefix "de-" and the root "rapar," which conveys the idea of scraping or stripping away. The term relates to the driving phenomenon of losing traction and can be associated with the act of scraping or sliding along a surface.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Deslizamiento (sliding) - Patinazo (slip)

Antonyms: - Afianzar (to grip) - Asegurar (to secure)