Spanish Conversation · Level 63
76 words
Spanish word
proporcionar
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾopoɾθjoˈnaɾ/
Meaning
- verbprovide
Example
¿Puedes proporcionarme la información?
Can you provide me with the information?
More examples
El profesor proporcionó material adicional a los estudiantes.
The teacher provided additional material to the students.
Core concept
Making needed information or goods available to another person.
Common phrases
proporcionar información
provide information
proporcionar acceso
provide access
proporcionar recursos
provide resources
proporcionar soporte
provide support
Similar words
dar: Hand an item or information directly to someone in person.
entregar: Bring and hand over documents or goods to the intended recipient.
ofrecer: Propose to give help or resources, presenting them as an option.
facilitar: Provide support or information specifically to simplify a procedure or task.
Definition in Spanish
Dar o poner a disposición de alguien algo que necesita, especialmente información, recursos o bienes.
Word origin
From medieval Latin proportionāre, literally 'to allocate a share' (pro- 'forward' + portio 'share'), later used with the sense of offering or supplying.
Usage tips
- Common collocations include proporcionar información, recursos, datos and ayuda, so hear it often in reports, instructions and formal requests.