Dedicar
Example: Ella decidió dedicar más tiempo a sus estudios este semestre.
Definition
"Dedicar" means to devote or allocate time, effort, or resources to a particular task, purpose, or person. For example, in the phrase 'Ella decidió dedicar más tiempo a sus estudios este semestre,' it implies choosing to spend more time on studies.
Etymology
The Spanish verb "dedicar" comes from the Latin word "dedicare," which means 'to proclaim or set apart.' Did you know? The root "dicare" in Latin is related to declaring or proclaiming something officially dedicated or devoted.
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"Dedicar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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