Spanish Conversation · Level 120
60 words
Spanish word
anexionar
Pronunciation
IPA/aneksjoˈnaɾ/
Meaning
- verbannex
Example
El país intentó anexionar el territorio vecino.
The country tried to annex the neighboring territory.
More examples
¿Puedes anexionar el archivo al correo antes de enviarlo?
Can you attach the file to the email before sending it?
Core concept
An incorporated town placed under another state's administration.
Common phrases
anexionar un archivo
attach a file
anexionar fotos
attach photos
Similar words
anexar: Adds an adjacent area or land to a country's territory as part of national holdings.
ocupar: Physically occupies and administers a place or territory, establishing on-site control.
invadir: Enters another nation's territory with armed force to try to conquer or dominate it.
integrar: Brings a separate group or region into the whole, making it an internal part.
Definition in Spanish
Incorporar formalmente un territorio, una población o un bien a otro Estado o entidad, de modo que quede bajo su autoridad.
Word origin
It is derived from the noun anexión, from Latin annexio 'a joining on', with Spanish -ar attached to make a verb meaning to incorporate something under authority.
Usage tips
- The verb commonly appears with an a phrase to mark the recipient (anexionar X a Y) or in passive forms (ser anexionado por), reflecting its formal administrative use.