What is the Spanish word for "linger"?

Learn how to say "linger" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

linger

Spanish

demorarse

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Alternative translations of "linger"

persistir
quedarse
permanecer
tardar

Examples of how to use "linger" in Spanish

English
Let's not linger here for too long.
Spanish
No nos quedemos aquí demasiado tiempo.
English
We linger near the river
Spanish
Nos quedamos cerca del río.
English
She lingered outside the bus stop
Spanish
Ella se quedó afuera de la parada de autobús.
English
He is lingering by the door
Spanish
Él se está quedando junto a la puerta.
English
They have lingered after the meeting
Spanish
Han quedado después de la reunión.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "linger" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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