Cumplir
Example: Ella debe cumplir con todas las tareas antes del viernes.
Definition
"Cumplir" means to fulfill or carry out a duty, task, or promise, often implying the completion of an obligation or requirement, as in the example phrase where someone must complete all tasks before a deadline.
Etymology
The Spanish verb "cumplir" comes from the Latin word 'complēre,' meaning 'to fill up, complete, or accomplish.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to specifically mean fulfilling duties or meeting requirements. Did you know? The root is connected to the English word 'complete,' highlighting their shared origin.
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"Cumplir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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