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aplicar

English translation of aplicar

apply

The Spanish verb 'aplicar' translates to 'apply' in English. It is commonly used to express the action of making a formal application or request, or to put something into operation. For example, 'Voy a aplicar para la universidad' means 'I will apply for university'. It can also mean to practically use an idea, method, or suggestion.


Example sentences using: aplicar

Voy a aplicar la lección aprendida

English translation of Voy a aplicar la lección aprendida

I will apply the lesson learned

Here, 'aplicar' is being used to mean 'apply' in the context of using something like knowledge or a skill. In the sentence, the speaker is planning on using what they learned.

El doctor va a aplicar una inyección

English translation of El doctor va a aplicar una inyección

The doctor is going to apply an injection

In this case, 'aplicar' is used to convey the action of 'administer' or 'give', typically used in a medical context referring to treatments or procedures.

Deberías aplicar estos consejos a tu vida

English translation of Deberías aplicar estos consejos a tu vida

You should apply these tips to your life

In this example, 'aplicar' suggests using or incorporating something, in a practical way, into a larger context or into one's lifestyle or routine.

Vamos a aplicar este artículo a nuestra investigación

English translation of Vamos a aplicar este artículo a nuestra investigación

We are going to apply this article to our research

In this context, 'aplicar' is being used to show the utilization of something (an article) in a certain context (research).

El juez va a aplicar la ley

English translation of El juez va a aplicar la ley

The judge is going to apply the law

Here, the verb 'aplicar' refers to the act of executing or enforcing something which is already established, such as rules, laws, criteria, etc.

Podríamos aplicar más pintura a la pared

English translation of Podríamos aplicar más pintura a la pared

We could apply more paint to the wall

In this sentence, 'aplicar' refers to the action of putting something onto something else. It is commonly used when referring to applying substances like paint, cream, etc.

En este caso, no puedes aplicar esa regla

English translation of En este caso, no puedes aplicar esa regla

In this case, you can't apply that rule

'Aplicar' in this sentence means to put into practical use or action. It demonstrates the use of a rule in a particular situation.

Es importante aplicar el conocimiento adquirido

English translation of Es importante aplicar el conocimiento adquirido

It's important to apply the acquired knowledge

In this context, 'aplicar' is used to express the idea of using or implementing the knowledge one has acquired.

Aplica mantequilla en el pan

English translation of Aplica mantequilla en el pan

Apply butter on the bread

This sentence uses 'aplicar' to mean 'spread' or 'put on', specifically referring to a substance (butter) being placed onto something else (bread).

Necesito aplicar a la universidad

English translation of Necesito aplicar a la universidad

I need to apply to university

In this sentence, 'aplicar' is used to mean 'apply'. This is often used when referring to submitting an application for something, like a job, school, or program.

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