Spanish Conversation · Level 127
59 words
Spanish word
reemplazar
Pronunciation
IPA/reemplaˈθaɾ/
Meaning
- verbreplace
Example
Tengo que reemplazar la batería del móvil.
I have to replace the battery in my phone.
More examples
¿Puedes reemplazar el cargador cuando llegues?
Can you replace the charger when you arrive?
Core concept
An object or person being swapped with another into the same position.
Common phrases
reemplazar la batería
replace the battery
reemplazar el cargador
replace the charger
reemplazar X por Y
replace X with Y
Similar words
sustituir: One person or thing is used in place of another to perform the same function.
cambiar: An object is taken out and a different object is put in its place.
reponer: A missing or used item is replenished with a new one to restore what was lost.
intercambiar: Two objects or roles are exchanged so each occupies the other's position.
Definition in Spanish
Sustituir a una persona, cosa o elemento por otro, ya sea físicamente o en funciones.
Word origin
From the prefix re- 'again' plus Spanish emplazar 'to place', originally 'place again' and extended to putting one thing or person in another's position.
Usage tips
- When replacing a person Spanish uses the personal a and the normal order is 'reemplazar a X por Y' to mark who is replaced.