deshacerme
“deshacerme” means “to get rid of” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to get rid of
Also: to part with, to break up with
📝 In Action
Necesito deshacerme de toda esta ropa vieja.
B1I need to get rid of all these old clothes.
No puedo deshacerme de este recuerdo.
B1I can't get rid of this memory.
to melt
Also: to fall apart
📝 In Action
Con este calor, siento que voy a deshacerme.
B1With this heat, I feel like I'm going to melt.
Suelo deshacerme en lágrimas con esa película.
B2I usually break down in tears with that movie.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "deshacerme" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: deshacerme
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly says 'I need to get rid of my phone'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the prefix 'des-' (which means to reverse or undo) and the verb 'hacer' (to make or do), combined with the reflexive 'me' (myself).
First recorded: 13th century (base verb 'deshacer')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'deshacer' and 'deshacerme'?
'Deshacer' means to undo something else (like a knot or a deal). 'Deshacerme' (with the 'me' at the end) usually means to get rid of something you own or to personally feel like you are melting/falling apart.
Is 'deshacerme' a formal word?
It is neutral! You can use it with your friends, your boss, or in a book.