través
“través” means “through” in Spanish (passing from one side to another).
through
Also: across, by means of
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Miro a través de la ventana para ver el jardín.
A2I look through the window to see the garden.
El tren viaja a través de las montañas.
B1The train travels through the mountains.
Aprendí mucho a través de mis errores.
B1I learned a lot through my mistakes.
Nos comunicamos a través de videollamadas.
B2We communicate by means of video calls.
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Words that translate to "través" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: través
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Which sentence correctly uses 'a través de' to mean 'by means of'?
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📚 Etymology▼
It comes from the Latin phrase 'trans versum', which means 'turned across' or 'lying across'. You can see the 'trans-' part, which often means 'across' or 'beyond', like in the English words 'transport' or 'transfer'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'por' and 'a través de'?
They can be very similar! 'A través de' often emphasizes crossing from one side completely to the other, like looking 'through a window' or walking 'through a tunnel'. 'Por' can also mean 'through', but it's more general and can also mean 'along', 'around', or 'by'. When talking about 'by means of' (like 'I learned it through an app'), they are often interchangeable, but 'a través de' can sometimes feel a bit more specific or formal.