Aplicaba (en. Applied)

/apliˈkaβa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To act or put a norm, rule, method, etc., into use.
The teacher applied new teaching techniques in his classes.
El profesor aplicaba nuevas técnicas de enseñanza en sus clases.
To direct something towards a specific end.
She applied her knowledge to research projects.
Ella aplicaba sus conocimientos en proyectos de investigación.
To spread or put a product on a surface.
He applied the paint carefully to avoid drips.
Él aplicaba la pintura con cuidado para evitar goteos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'applicāre', meaning to apply or put in contact.

Common Phrases and Expressions

apply the law
To execute and enforce established rules.
aplicar la ley
apply the theory
To put theoretical concepts into practice in real situations.
aplicar la teoría
does not apply
Refers to something that is not relevant or cannot be considered in a certain context.
no aplica

Related Words

application
Use of something in a specific context.
aplicación
applicator
Instrument or person that applies something.
aplicador
applicable
That can be applied.
aplicable

Slang Meanings

To point out something that is not relevant.
That excuse no longer applies; you have to be honest.
Esa excusa ya no aplica, tienes que ser honesto.
To use knowledge practically in daily life.
Whenever I can, I apply what I learned in college.
Siempre que puedo, aplico lo que aprendí en la universidad.