English–Spanish

“complement” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/komplemenˈtaɾ/

Example

Este ingrediente complementa el sabor.

This ingredient complements the flavor.

Illustration for complementar (complement)

How to say “complement” in Spanish

“Complement” in Spanish is complementar.

Elements added to complete or improve a set.

Full entry for complementar: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with complementar

Las actividades extraescolares complementan la educación de los estudiantes.

Extracurricular activities complement students' education.

Tips for using complementar

  • The verb usually takes a direct object (complementar algo) and can appear reflexively when two things enhance each other (complementarse).

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