Atravesó

Atravesó is a Spanish verb form meaning "he/she/it crossed" or "it went through." It is the third-person singular preterite indicative form of the verb atravesar. This verb can be used in a variety of contexts, both literal and figurative.

Literally, atravesó can describe the act of physically passing through something. For example, "El tren atravesó el túnel" translates to "The train crossed the tunnel." It can also indicate passing through an obstacle or a difficult situation. "Superó sus miedos y atravesó la etapa difícil" means "She overcame her fears and went through the difficult stage."

Figuratively, atravesó can refer to experiencing or enduring something. For instance, "El país atravesó una crisis económica" signifies "The country went through an economic crisis." It can also denote penetration or involvement. "Su mirada atravesó la multitud" means "Her gaze pierced through the crowd." The meaning is often clarified by the surrounding context.