Spanish word

enclavar

Pronunciation

IPA/eŋklaˈβaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbembed

Example

Voy a enclavar la placa en la pared.

I am going to embed the plaque in the wall.

Illustration for enclavar (embed)

More examples

¿Puedes enclavar este cartel en la madera?

Can you nail this poster to the wood?

Core concept

A component nailed or set into a host material so it cannot be removed without damaging the support.

Similar words

clavar: Hammers a nail through pieces to join them tightly.
fijar: Fastens something solidly so it remains fixed and stable.
asegurar: Secures an item for safety or stability, preventing unintended movement.
sujetar: Holds an object with a hand or clamp so it does not move, often briefly.

Definition in Spanish

Fijar algo dentro de otro soporte mediante la acción de clavar o incrustar, quedando integrado en el material.

Word origin

The verb combines en- 'in' with clavar 'to nail', and clavar derives from Latin clavus 'nail', so the word literally evokes nailing something into place.

Usage tips

  • Enclavar normally describes heavy-duty or structural fixation in carpentry or masonry and is less common in casual speech, where fijar or sujetar are more likely.

Other meanings

  • nailverb
  • ramverb

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