Acomodarse (en. Accommodate)

/ako.moˈðaɾ.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
English Translation: To make something fit or arrange it in a comfortable way.
English Translation: He settled into the armchair to watch the movie.
Se acomodó en el sillón para ver la película.
English Translation: To place oneself in a suitable location.
English Translation: She settled at the farthest table.
Ella se acomodó en la mesa más alejada.
English Translation: To adopt a posture or attitude that favors a situation.
English Translation: The team adapted to the circumstances of the match.
El equipo se acomodó a las circunstancias del partido.

Etymology

English Translation: From the verb 'acomodar', derived from the Latin 'accommodare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

English Translation: to adapt to the circumstances
English Translation: Adapt to existing conditions.
acomodarse a las circunstancias
English Translation: to settle into the armchair
English Translation: Sit comfortably in an armchair.
acomodarse en el sillón

Related Words

English Translation: to arrange
English Translation: To place something or someone in a suitable location.
acomodar
English Translation: usher
English Translation: A person who helps organize or arrange others.
acomodador

Slang Meanings

English Translation: To take advantage of a situation.
English Translation: He settled in to get a promotion at the company.
Se acomodó para conseguir un ascenso en la empresa.
English Translation: To be in a comfortable position, sometimes without effort.
English Translation: She settled in at the party and didn’t help serve.
Se acomodó en la fiesta y no ayudó a servir.