Spanish Conversation · Level 147
30 words
Spanish word
materializar
Pronunciation
IPA/mateɾjaliˈθaɾ/
Meaning
- verbmake real
Example
Queremos materializar este proyecto pronto.
We want to make this project real soon.
More examples
Es difícil materializar una idea sin recursos.
It's difficult to bring an idea to fruition without resources.
Core concept
Giving a plan a concrete, physical or operational form.
Common phrases
materializar un proyecto
bring a project to fruition
materializar una idea
bring an idea to fruition
materializar los objetivos
achieve the objectives
Similar words
realizar: Performs a planned job or task and brings it to completion.
concretar: Narrows a vague notion into a definite, specific form by settling details.
llevar a cabo: Sees a plan or promise through all stages until it is carried out.
ejecutar: Executes specific actions to implement an order, plan, or procedure.
Definition in Spanish
Convertir en realidad algo que hasta entonces era solo una idea o un plan.
Word origin
It originates from material (ultimately from Latin materia, 'matter') combined with the verb-forming suffix -izar, literally meaning 'to make something material or concrete'.
Usage tips
- Used transitively, materializar implies an agent brought something into being, whereas materializarse describes events or outcomes that occur without a specified agent.