Ampliar (en. Enlarge)

/amˈpli.aɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Make something larger or more extensive.
We are going to enlarge the living room to accommodate more guests.
Vamos a ampliar el salón para que quepan más invitados.
Extend or increase a content, a document, or an idea.
I need to expand the information in my presentation.
Necesito ampliar la información en mi presentación.
Make something broader or extend it in dimension or scope.
The goal is to broaden our network of contacts.
El objetivo es ampliar nuestra red de contactos.

Etymology

From Latin 'ampliare', which means 'to make broader'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

broaden the vision
Increase understanding or perspective on a topic.
ampliar la visión
expand horizons
Expand knowledge or experiences.
ampliar horizontes
enlarge the market
Grow the area of commercial or sales influence.
ampliar el mercado

Related Words

broad
Having a considerable size or being spacious.
amplio
breadth
The quality of being broad or having great extent.
amplitud
expansion
Process or result of enlarging something.
ampliación

Slang Meanings

Increase knowledge on a specific topic.
I am going to expand my knowledge in programming.
Voy a ampliar mis conocimientos en programación.
Make a party or gathering bigger.
For the wedding, they decided to enlarge the guest list.
Para la boda, decidieron ampliar la lista de invitados.