Establecer
Example: Vamos a establecer nuevas reglas para el proyecto mañana.
Definition
"Establecer" means to set up, create, or put into place something such as rules, systems, or institutions, often with the intention of making them permanent or official. For example, "Vamos a establecer nuevas reglas para el proyecto mañana" means to establish new rules for the project tomorrow.
Translations
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establish -
vaststellen -
establir -
établir -
festlegen
Etymology
The word "establecer" comes from the Latin verb 'stabilire,' which means to make stable or firm. It entered Spanish through Old Spanish, carrying the sense of making something fixed or established. Did you know? The root relates to stability, highlighting the intent to create something lasting.
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"Establecer" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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