The word "jadear" is a verb.
/xaˈðeaɾ/
"Jadear" refers to the action of breathing heavily, often as a result of exertion or excitement. It is commonly used to describe the way a person or an animal breathes when they have engaged in physical activity, such as running or after experiencing a stressful moment. The word is frequently used both in oral and written contexts, though it may appear more in narratives describing physical actions or conditions in literature and medical texts.
"Jadear" is moderately frequent in everyday communication, especially in contexts involving sports or physical exertion.
"Después de correr por el parque, empecé a jadear."
"After running in the park, I began to pant."
"El perro jadeará si lo llevamos a pasear en un día caluroso."
"The dog will pant if we take it for a walk on a hot day."
"El paciente comenzó a jadear durante la prueba de esfuerzo."
"The patient started to gasp during the stress test."
Though "jadear" itself is not typically used in many idiomatic expressions, variations of its usage can be found in context where breathlessness or excitement is highlighted. Below are some expressions and sentences incorporating "jadear."
"Estaba tan emocionado que no podía dejar de jadear."
"I was so excited that I couldn't stop panting."
"Después de esa colina, todos estaban jadear."
"After that hill, everyone was gasping for breath."
"A menudo jadeo cuando me enfado."
"I often gasp when I get angry."
"Cuando terminó la carrera, no podía evitar jadear."
"When the race ended, I couldn't help but pant."
The verb "jadear" comes from the Latin "halitare," which means to breathe. The evolution of the word through Old Spanish likely influenced its formation, leading to its modern usage.
The word "jadear" signifies a physiological response to high intensity and can often be indicative of one's physical state during various activities.