Reemplazar
Example: Necesito reemplazar la bombilla que se quemó ayer.
Definition
"Reemplazar" means to substitute or take the place of something or someone with another. It is used when an object, person, or element is exchanged or swapped, often because the original is no longer functional or available, as in replacing a burnt-out light bulb.
Etymology
The word "reemplazar" comes from the Spanish prefix 're-' meaning again or back, combined with 'emplazar,' which means to place or position. Together, they convey the idea of placing something in the place of another. Did you know? The root 'emplazar' relates to placement, so "reemplazar" literally means to place again or substitute.
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"Reemplazar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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