Concibe (en. Conceives)

/konˈsiβe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Form an idea or concept in the mind.
She conceives a plan to improve the community.
Ella concibe un plan para mejorar la comunidad.
Produce or cause something.
The author conceives his novel inspired by personal experiences.
El autor concibe su novela inspirándose en experiencias personales.
Accept the possibility of something.
I can't conceive that this is happening.
No puedo concebir que esto esté sucediendo.

Etymology

From Latin 'concipĕre', which means 'to grab' or 'to receive'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

conceive an idea
Form a thought or plan.
concibir una idea
I can't conceive
I cannot understand or accept a situation.
no puedo concebir
conceive a better future
Imagine or plan a positive future.
concibe un futuro mejor

Related Words

conceive
Verb referring to the act of forming ideas.
concebir
concept
Idea or notion one has about something.
concepto
idea
Mental representation of something.
idea

Slang Meanings

To conceive in a sexual context.
They conceived their child on their honeymoon.
Ellos concibieron a su hijo en su luna de miel.
To propose an innovative idea.
The team conceived a revolutionary project.
El equipo concibió un proyecto revolucionario.