Spanish Word · Advanced
componérselas
to cope, get by, get along, to go about
Pronunciation: /kompoˈneɾselas/
Meaning
to cope, get by, get along, to go about
Example
[…]los que tiranizan al pueblo saben muy bien cómo han de componérselas para convertirlo en caballería que les arrastre el carro de sus triunfos[…]
The tyrants of the village know only too well how to go about turning it into cavalry which will draw their cart of triumph […]
Practice tips
- Practice componérselas 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 advanced-level learners.