Spanish Conversation · Level 48
74 words
Spanish word
conferir
Pronunciation
IPA/konfeˈɾiɾ/
Meaning
- verbgrant
Example
La universidad conferirá el título a los graduados.
The university will grant the degree to the graduates.
More examples
El director conferirá autoridad al nuevo gerente.
The director will confer authority on the new manager.
Core concept
A formal act by an authority bestowing a title, honor, or legal right.
Common phrases
conferir autoridad
confer authority
conferir confianza
confer confidence
conferir una medalla
confer a medal
Similar words
dar: Gives someone a thing, simple favor, or ordinary help without special formality.
otorgar: Grants official rights, authorizations, or benefits through institutional procedure.
conceder: Acknowledges and grants a right, permission, or exemption, often after review.
entregar: Passes an item or document into someone's custody by handing it over.
Definition in Spanish
Otorgar oficialmente a una persona un título, honor o derecho por decisión de una autoridad; también aparece en 'conferir con' con sentido de consultar.
Word origin
From Latin conferre (con- 'together' + ferre 'carry'), the verb now denotes officially awarding or bestowing honors and rights.
Usage tips
- Conferir appears in formal writing to mean formally award a right or honor, while in speech speakers often use otorgar or dar, and conferir con means 'consult'.