Kilo Lingo

/aˈtɾas/

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Translation

behind, back, backwards

Word origin

A compound of the preposition a with tras ('behind'), from Latin trans ('across, beyond'). The same trans gives the English prefix 'trans-'.

Origin
Latin
Root
trans
English cognates
transit, transfer

Examples

.

Falling behind is not an option on this project.

.

Take a step back to see the full picture.

, barrio .

Years ago, this neighbourhood was very different.

maleta , .

Leave the suitcase behind, you will not need it.

, bicicleta .

Reverse carefully, there is a bicycle behind.

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