Desarrollar (en. Develop)

/des.a.rro.'jaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To transform something from a simpler state to a more elaborate one.
The engineer is developing new software.
El ingeniero está desarrollando un nuevo software.
To increase someone's capabilities or skills.
The educational program aims to develop the talent of young people.
El programa educativo busca desarrollar el talento de los jóvenes.
To carry out a project or plan.
We are developing a plan to improve the infrastructure.
Estamos desarrollando un plan para mejorar la infraestructura.

Etymology

From Latin 'dis-radere', meaning 'to unstick' or 'to sprout'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to develop a project
To initiate and carry out a specific plan or work.
desarrollar un proyecto
to develop skills
To acquire and improve specific capabilities in a field.
desarrollar habilidades
to develop an idea
To take a concept and expand it in detail.
desarrollar una idea

Related Words

development
A process of growth, evolution, or improvement in various contexts.
desarrollo
developer
A person who dedicates themselves to developing ideas, projects, or software.
desarrollador
developed
That has reached an advanced level of growth or improvement.
desarrollado

Slang Meanings

To make something more effective or better.
I will develop this idea to make it work better.
Voy a desarrollar esta idea para que funcione mejor.
To make progress on a project or activity.
The team is developing at full speed.
El equipo está desarrollando a toda velocidad.