B2 Idiom Neutral

Ignorar a alguien

To ignore someone

Meaning

To deliberately disregard or pay no attention to a person.

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Cultural Background

Ignoring someone can be seen as a sign of deep hurt or 'desprecio'. Younger generations often use 'pasar de' instead of 'ignorar'. Ignoring is a common way to end a toxic conversation. Often used to describe someone who thinks they are better than others.

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The Personal A

Always remember the 'a' before the person!

Meaning

To deliberately disregard or pay no attention to a person.

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The Personal A

Always remember the 'a' before the person!

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form.

Ayer, mi jefe me _____ (ignorar) durante la reunión.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ignoró

Pretérito is used for a specific completed action.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form. Fill Blank B1

Ayer, mi jefe me _____ (ignorar) durante la reunión.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ignoró

Pretérito is used for a specific completed action.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it describes a rude action.

Related Phrases

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Hacer el vacío

synonym

To ostracize someone.

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No hacer caso

similar

To not pay attention.

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