Spanish word

procurar

Pronunciation

IPA/pɾokuˈɾaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbtry to

Example

Voy a procurar llegar a tiempo.

I am going to try to arrive on time.

Illustration for procurar (try to)

More examples

Debes procurar descansar antes de la reunión.

You should try to rest before the meeting.

Core concept

Making an effort and organizing means to get something done.

Common phrases

  • procurar descansar

    try to rest

  • procurar mantener la calma

    try to keep calm

Similar words

intentar: Makes a simple attempt or tries something to see if it succeeds.
buscar: Searches for an object, person, or piece of information needed for a purpose.
conseguir: Carries out required steps or procedures to obtain something wanted.
lograr: Brings a plan to fruition through effort and attains the intended goal.

Definition in Spanish

Expresar empeño por lograr algo, común con infinitivo; en el sentido de obtener algo suele aparecer como procurarse.

Word origin

From Latin pro- 'forward' + curare 'to care', producing procurare 'to take care forward' and thus 'to take steps to secure an outcome'.

Usage tips

  • In conversation speakers often prefer intentar for simple attempts, while procurar implies arranging resources or ensuring a result.

Other meanings

  • obtainverb

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