echar
throw
etch
to carve or engrave
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-ar
verb suffix
Echar means to throw. While not related in meaning, it sounds like the English word etch0 (to carve) + -ar1 (verb1). Think of 'throwing' a carving tool to etch something.
verb
- throwTo throw or cast somethingEchó la pelota por encima de la valla. // He threw the ball over the fence.
- putTo put or add somethingEcha sal a la sopa, por favor. // Add salt to the soup, please.