Cumpla (en. Fulfill)

/kumˈpla/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To perform something that was due to be done.

I hope she fulfills her part of the deal.

Espero que ella cumpla con su parte del trato.

To reach a certain time or age.

When I turn 18, I will be able to vote.

Cuando cumpla 18 años, podrá votar.

To satisfy an obligation or a desire.

It is important that he meets the team's expectations.

Es importante que cumpla con las expectativas del equipo.

It derives from the Latin 'complere', which means to complete.

to celebrate a birthday

Expression that refers to reaching a birthday or a new age.

cumpla años

to fulfill one's duty

It means that someone must fulfill their obligations.

cumpla con su deber

to keep a promise

It refers to keeping what has been promised.

cumpla una promesa

to fulfill

To carry out or execute something.

cumplir

compliance

The action of keeping what has been promised or agreed.

cumplimiento

one who fulfills

A person who meets their obligations.

cumplidor

To meet expectations at a party.

That party was great, everyone had a good time.

Esa fiesta estuvo genial, todos cumplieron.

To celebrate a birthday in youth slang.

Today is my birthday, let’s celebrate!

Hoy cumplo, ¡vamos a celebrar!