Expandir
Example: Vamos a expandir el jardín con nuevas plantas esta primavera.
Definition
"Expandir" means to increase the size, volume, or scope of something, such as a garden or project, by spreading out or adding more elements. It involves making something larger or more extensive than it was before.
Etymology
The word "expandir" comes from the Latin verb 'expandere,' which means to spread out or extend. It combines 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'pandere' meaning 'to spread.' Did you know? The root 'pandere' also relates to the English word 'pandemonium,' originally meaning 'all demons spread out.'
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"Expandir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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