Aprovechar
Example: Debes aprovechar el tiempo libre para estudiar más.
Definition
"Aprovechar" means to make good use of something, such as time or resources, to gain an advantage or benefit. For example, in the phrase 'Debes aprovechar el tiempo libre para estudiar más,' it means to effectively use free time for studying.
Etymology
The Spanish verb "aprovechar" originates from the Latin 'approbare,' which means to approve or make use of. Over time, it evolved to carry the sense of taking advantage of an opportunity or resource, reflecting the idea of turning something to one’s benefit.
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"Aprovechar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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