Cumplieron (en. They fulfilled)

/kumˈplieɾon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To carry out what must be done or what has been promised.
They fulfilled their promise to help me.
Ellos cumplieron con su promesa de ayudarme.
To reach a certain number of years.
They turned ten last month.
Cumplieron diez años el pasado mes.
To meet an obligation or responsibility.
They complied with the regulations established by law.
Cumplieron con la normativa establecida por la ley.

Etymology

From the Latin 'complēre', which means 'to fill completely', 'to accomplish'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to celebrate a birthday
To celebrate a birthday anniversary.
cumplir años
to fulfill
To meet an obligation or commitment.
cumplir con
to keep a promise
To do what has been promised.
cumplir una promesa

Related Words

compliance
The action of fulfilling.
cumplimiento
reliable
One who meets their obligations.
cumplidor
to fulfill
To carry out or execute something.
cumplir

Slang Meanings

To do what was promised in an informal tone.
The band delivered at the concert and left everyone happy.
La banda cumplió en el concierto y dejó a todos contentos.
To reach a goal or objective.
They finally met the fundraising goal for the project.
Cumplieron al fin la meta de recaudación para el proyecto.