Aprovecharme (en. Take advantage of me)
/apɾoβeˈt͡ʃaɾ.me/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
English: Make use of something for one's own benefit.
English: I don't want them to take advantage of me at work.
No quiero que se aprovechen de mí en el trabajo.
English: Get the maximum benefit from an opportunity.
English: I should take advantage of this special offer.
Debo aprovecharme de esta oferta especial.
English: Exploit someone or something to gain a benefit.
English: It's unfair that he takes advantage of the lack of experience of the newcomers.
Es injusto que se aproveche de la falta de experiencia de los nuevos.
Etymology
English: From the Spanish aprovechar, which comes from the Latin 'aprofitare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
English: Take advantage of a situation
English: Take advantage of a favorable circumstance.
Aprovecharme de una situación
English: Don't miss the opportunity
English: Seize the occasion that presents itself.
No dejar pasar la oportunidad
English: Make the most of your time
English: Use time efficiently.
Aprovechar el tiempo
Related Words
English: take advantage
English: Make effective use of something.
aprovechar
English: advantage-taking
English: Efficient use or utilization of resources.
aprovechamiento
Slang Meanings
English: Bring out the best in someone
English: That person always tries to take advantage of others.
Esa persona siempre intenta aprovecharse de los demás.
English: Misuse of trust
English: Don't be like that, don't take advantage of his goodwill.
No seas así, no te aproveches de su buena voluntad.