Derribó

Derribó is a Spanish verb that is the third-person singular preterite indicative form of the verb derribar. Derribar has several meanings, primarily related to causing something to fall or be destroyed. In its most common usage, "derribó" translates to "he/she/it knocked down," "he/she/it demolished," or "he/she/it brought down."

The context in which "derribó" is used determines its precise meaning. For example, if a person "derribó un árbol" (knocked down a tree), it implies physically causing the tree to fall. If a building was "derribó" (demolished), it signifies its destruction, often through planned demolition. The phrase can also be used metaphorically. For instance, someone might "derribó" barriers or obstacles, meaning they overcame them or removed them. Similarly, a strong emotion could be described as having "derribó" someone's defenses.

The preterite tense indicates a completed action in the past. Therefore, "derribó" specifically refers to an action that occurred and finished at a particular point in time. The subject performing the action is singular (he, she, or it). The plural form would be "derribaron."