hit the deck

• Expresión informal de mando o exhortación que significa tirarse al suelo rápidamente, normalmente para evitar un peligro, refugiarse o prepararse para la acción.

An informal command or expression meaning to drop to the ground quickly, usually to avoid danger, take cover, or prepare for action.

1. Drop to the ground quicklyB2informal

   To fall or lie down on the ground suddenly, usually to avoid danger or as a command.

   tirarse al suelo

   • When the fire alarm went off, everyone hit the deck.
   • The soldiers hit the deck as soon as they heard the explosion.
   • He yelled 'Hit the deck!' just as the window shattered.

2. Get out of bedB2informalbritish

   To get up from bed in the morning, often used in a nautical or informal context.

   levantarse de la cama

   • I hit the deck at 6 AM every day for my morning run.
   • Come on, it's time to hit the deck and start the day.
   • He hit the deck late and missed the bus.