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    Aplicar (en. Apply)

    /apliˈkaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To put into practice a method, technique, or procedure.
    The teacher applies different strategies in his teaching.
    El profesor aplica diferentes estrategias en su enseñanza.
    To impose or make use of a standard or a law.
    The police must apply the law fairly.
    La policía debe aplicar la ley de manera justa.
    To use a substance on a surface.
    It is advisable to apply nail polish in thin layers.
    Es recomendable aplicar esmalte en capas finas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'applicare', which means 'to place upon'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    apply the law
    To enforce legal standards.
    aplicar la ley
    apply knowledge
    To utilize what has been learned in a practical situation.
    aplicar conocimientos
    apply for a job
    To send an application for a job.
    aplicar para un trabajo

    Related Words

    application
    Action of applying or a software program designed to fulfill a function.
    aplicación
    applicator
    Tool or utensil used to apply something.
    aplicador
    application (software)
    Related to application, especially in the context of software.
    aplicativo

    Slang Meanings

    To request a job informally.
    I'm going to apply at that store that needs staff.
    Voy a aplicar en esa tienda que necesita personal.
    To use a technique or method sometimes in a risky manner.
    In that project, we need to apply a more innovative approach.
    En ese proyecto necesitamos aplicar un enfoque más innovador.