Spanish word

aplicar

Pronunciation

IPA/apliˈkaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbapply

Example

Voy a aplicar la regla ahora.

I'm going to apply the rule now.

Illustration for aplicar (apply)

More examples

Puedes aplicar tus conocimientos en situaciones prácticas.

You can apply knowledge in practical situations.

Core concept

A wrench bringing force to a bolt until it tightens.

Common phrases

  • aplicar una regla

    apply a rule

  • aplicar una crema

    apply cream

  • aplicar conocimientos

    apply knowledge

Similar words

usar: A physical item is used directly for the task it was made for.
emplear: A means or technique is employed intentionally to accomplish a purpose.
implementar: A system or measure is implemented so it works within an organization or context.
poner en práctica: An approach or idea is put into practice by actually doing what it requires.

Definition in Spanish

Hacer que una regla, técnica o idea tenga efecto en una situación; en forma pronominal, dedicarse con empeño a una tarea (aplicarse).

Word origin

Derived from Latin applicāre (ad- 'to' + plicāre 'to fold or attach'), with the original idea of attaching or bringing something to a target and so using a rule or technique on a case.

Usage tips

  • When indicating the target of application Spanish usually uses aplicar + a + noun (aplicar una regla a un caso) rather than aplicar en.

Other meanings

  • useverb
  • put onverb
  • implementverb

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