Spanish Conversation · Level 9
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Spanish word
nutrir
Pronunciation
IPA/nuˈtɾiɾ/
Meaning
- verbfeed
Example
Debes nutrir las plantas con agua y abono.
You have to feed the plants with water and fertilizer.
More examples
Para nutrir la mente, lee libros variados cada semana.
To nourish the mind, read a variety of books each week.
Core concept
A steady supply of nutrients that helps something grow and stay healthy.
Common phrases
nutrir a alguien
feed someone
nutrir la mente
nourish the mind
nutrir la curiosidad
nurture curiosity
Similar words
alimentar: Feeds living beings with food or nourishment to maintain physical energy and well-being.
suministrar: Delivers required supplies, equipment, or materials to meet a specific need.
fomentar: Fosters development by supporting activities and conditions that enable growth.
Definition in Spanish
Dar nutrientes o sustento que permiten que algo crezca, se mantenga o mejore, tanto en sentido físico como en sentido figurado.
Word origin
From Latin nutrīre meaning 'to nourish' or 'feed', originally used for nursing and later extended to giving physical or figurative sustenance.
Usage tips
- Used both literally (feeding plants or people) and figuratively (nutrir la curiosidad or nutrir la mente), while alimentar often emphasizes providing food.