Asegurar (en. Ensure)

/aseɡuˈraɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

Declare something firmly, providing security or certainty about a matter.

The doctor assured that the operation will be a success.

El médico aseguró que la operación será un éxito.

Provide evidence or elements that confirm a claim.

The witness assured having seen the suspect at the crime scene.

El testigo aseguró haber visto al sospechoso en la escena del crimen.

Make something protected or safeguarded.

It is important to secure the house before going on vacation.

Es importante asegurar la casa antes de irse de vacaciones.

From the Latin 'assecurare', which means to make safe.

secure the future

Taking measures to ensure the future is safe.

asegurar el futuro

secure life

Protect someone's life, often through insurance.

asegurar la vida

assure success

Making decisions that guarantee a positive outcome.

asegurar el éxito

insurance

a contract that protects against risks.

seguro

guarantee

commitment that something will work or be fulfilled.

garantía

certification

official confirmation of a quality or condition.

certificación

Lend a hand

He always assures me that if I have problems, he will lend a hand.

Siempre me asegura que si tengo problemas, él me echa un cable.

Have your back covered

With that contract, I have my back covered.

Con ese contrato, tengo la espalda cubierta.