Componen (en. Compose)
/kompoˈnen/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Act of forming or constituting something from various parts.
The parts that make up the engine are of high quality.
Las piezas que componen el motor son de alta calidad.
To influence the structure or character of something.
The opinions of the students make up the course evaluation.
Las opiniones de los estudiantes componen la evaluación del curso.
Generally refers to the elements that form a group or system.
The ingredients that make up the dish are fresh and local.
Los ingredientes que componen el plato son frescos y locales.
Etymology
From the Latin 'componere', which means 'to join'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the elements that make up
It refers to the parts that form an object or an idea.
los elementos que componen
make up a group
It indicates that several people form a whole.
componen un grupo
each of those that make up
It refers to the individuals that integrate a collective.
cada uno de los que componen
Related Words
component
Part that is part of a whole.
componente
composition
The action of composing.
composición
composer
Person or thing that composes.
componedor
Slang Meanings
Referring to elements that are part of a culture or subculture.
The beats and the rhymes make up the style of rap that we like.
Los beats y las rimas componen el estilo del rap que nos gusta.
Used in the context of interpersonal relationships.
The factors that make up a good friendship are trust and respect.
Los factores que componen una buena amistad son la confianza y el respeto.