hales
word · lemma: hale
Definition
'Hales' is a rare or archaic verb meaning to pull, drag, or draw, often used for drawing in air or pulling something forcefully.
Usage & Nuances
Rarely used in modern English; found mostly in historical, literary, or poetic texts. May refer both to inhaling or to dragging objects. Not to be confused with 'hale' (healthy). Common in phrases like 'hales a deep breath.'
Spanish: atrae (aire) - arrastra (persona, objeto)Portuguese (BR): puxa (ar) - arrasta (pessoa, objeto)Portuguese (PT): puxa (ar) - arrasta (pessoa, objeto)Chinese (Simplified): 吸入（空气）- 拉（人、物）Chinese (Traditional): 吸入（空氣）- 拉（人、物）Hindi: खींचता है (हवा/व्यक्ति/वस्तु)Arabic: يستنشق (الهواء) - يسحب (شخص، شيء)
Example Sentences
He hales the heavy cart up the hill.
basic
She hales in the morning air.
basic
The old man hales his boat to the shore.
basic
She hales a deep breath before diving underwater.
natural
The worker hales the rope with all his strength.
natural
Each winter, he hales wood from the forest to keep his family warm.
natural