Spanish word

implantar

Pronunciation

IPA/implanˈtaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbestablish

Example

Queremos implantar hábitos saludables en la comunidad.

We want to establish healthy habits in the community.

Illustration for implantar (establish)

More examples

¿Cómo puedo implantar una rutina diaria en mi vida?

How can I establish a daily routine in my life?

Core concept

Seed planted deep and taking root.

Common phrases

  • implantar una rutina diaria

    establish a daily routine

  • implantar una costumbre

    establish a custom

Similar words

introducir: Introducing something new into use or circulation.
fomentar: Encouraging or supporting an action so it happens more often.
promover: Actively promoting an activity or idea to help it spread.
consolidar: Strengthening the base so a practice or institution becomes stable.

Definition in Spanish

Establecer o introducir algo de manera que se consolide y se haga habitual en una comunidad, institución o sistema.

Word origin

From Latin implantare (in- 'into' + plantare 'to plant'), literally 'to plant inside', which gives the sense of setting something so it takes root and becomes established.

Usage tips

  • Used especially for policies, programs, institutions, or habits meant to become permanent, and in casual speech Spanish often prefers poner or introducir.

Other meanings

  • introduceverb

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