No. 4,435 in Spanish
abrirse
To open oneself; to open up (literal or figurative).
In a sentence
Él decidió abrirse a nuevas oportunidades laborales.
He decided to open himself to new job opportunities.
Here, 'abrirse' is used metaphorically, meaning to open oneself emotionally or mentally to new possibilities or experiences.
Cuando giramos la llave, la puerta empezó a abrirse lentamente.
When we turned the key, the door started to open slowly.
In this context, 'abrirse' is used literally, referring to the action of something becoming open, like a door.
Se necesita tiempo para abrirse y compartir sentimientos más profundos.
It takes time to open up and share deeper feelings.
'Abrirse' here conveys the emotional aspect of sharing personal thoughts and feelings, indicating vulnerability and trust.
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