/ˈbas.ta/
Translation
enough, that is enough, stop
Word origin
The third-person form of bastar ('to suffice'), used as an interjection. Bastar comes from Vulgar Latin bastare, probably from Greek bastazein ('to carry, bear').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- bastare
Examples
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Enough of the arguments, we need a solution.
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That is enough for now, we will finish it tomorrow.
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An email is enough to say you are coming.
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Enough noise, the neighbours are going to call the police!
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Sometimes a smile is enough to brighten the day.
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Enough noise, the neighbours are going to complain!
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