Acomodó (en. Arrangement)

/a.ko.moˈðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To adjust or fit something in a specific place.
He arranged the books on the shelf.
Acomodó los libros en la estantería.
To facilitate or provide some benefit.
The boss accommodated his friend in a key position.
El jefe acomodó a su amigo en una posición clave.
To establish a relationship or arrangement between people.
He seated the guests at the table according to their friendship.
Acomodó a los invitados en la mesa según su amistad.

Etymology

From the verb 'acomodar', which comes from the Latin 'accommodare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to provide accommodation
To facilitate a place or position for someone.
dar acomodo
to arrange things
To organize various objects or situations.
acomodar las cosas

Related Words

accommodation
The act of accommodating or the state of being accommodated.
acomodación
accommodator
A person who accommodates others, often in a service context.
acomodador

Slang Meanings

To adjust something to make it seem better than it is.
He adjusted his resume to impress at the interview.
Él acomodó su currículum para impresionar en la entrevista.
To find a quick solution to a problem.
He had to fix the situation at the last minute.
Tuvo que acomodar la situación en el último minuto.