Spanish Word · Intermediate
ahuyentar
to chase away, drive away
Pronunciation: /auʝenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
to chase away, drive away
Example
Hacen lo que ciertas aves con los cazadores: esconden la cabeza debajo de las alas, y por no ver ya al enemigo, creen que se ahuyentó para siempre.
They do what certain birds do with hunters: they hide under their wings, and, because they don't see the enemy anymore, believe he has run away for good.
Practice tips
- Practice ahuyentar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.