Spanish Conversation · Level 154
30 words
Spanish word
acentuar
Pronunciation
IPA/aθenˈtwaɾ/
Meaning
- verbemphasize
Example
Durante la reunión, quiero acentuar la idea principal.
During the meeting, I want to emphasize the main idea.
More examples
Con un gesto puedes acentuar la emoción en la conversación.
With a gesture you can intensify the emotion in the conversation.
Core concept
A spotlight making a specific idea or trait stand out.
Common phrases
acentuar el mensaje
emphasize the message
acentuar la emoción
intensify the emotion
acentuar el ritmo
accentuate the rhythm
Similar words
enfatizar: Shows a point or opinion as having particular importance.
destacar: Highlights a fact or trait so it visibly stands out.
subrayar: Clearly marks a crucial part or detail for attention.
resaltar: Draws attention to a point by making it more conspicuous.
Definition in Spanish
Resaltar o dar mayor importancia a una idea, una cualidad o un detalle para que llame la atención.
Word origin
From Spanish acento 'accent' plus the verb-forming suffix -uar, with acento from Latin accentus (ad- 'to' + cantus 'song'), acentuar literally means to give an accent or make something stand out.
Usage tips
- Often used with a direct object (acentuar la idea, acentuar el contraste, acentuar rasgos) so follow it with the point or quality being emphasized.