This is the 11222nd most frequent Spanish word.
enhebraban
"Enhebraban" means "they threaded" or "they were threading."
In this sentence, 'enhebraban' is used in the past imperfect tense to indicate the repeated or continuous action of threading needles.
Las costureras enhebraban agujas para coser la tela.
The seamstresses threaded needles to sew the fabric.
Here, 'enhebraban' again signifies a consistent action in the past, describing an activity performed during a defined time frame in the context of making a necklace.
Ellos enhebraban las cuentas en un collar durante la clase de arte.
They threaded beads onto a necklace during art class.
In this sentence, 'enhebraban' describes a preparation process in the past, emphasizing the precedection of threading within the overall sewing activity.