Desempeñar (en. Perform)

/desempeˈɲaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To execute or carry out a task or function.

She is going to play the lead role in the play.

Ella va a desempeñar el papel principal en la obra de teatro.

Performing a position means occupying a responsible post.

He held the position of director for five years.

Él desempeñó el cargo de director durante cinco años.

To fulfill an obligation or duty.

It is important to perform our responsibilities seriously.

Es importante desempeñar nuestras responsabilidades con seriedad.

From Latin 'eximere', which means 'to take out' or 'to free', composed with the prefix 'des-'.

to play a role

To act in a specific function or role.

desempeñar un papel

to perform functions

To carry out certain assigned activities or tasks.

desempeñar funciones

to hold a position

To occupy a position of responsibility in an organization.

desempeñar un cargo

performance

The way a task is performed.

desempeño

function

The specific role or task being carried out.

función

role

The role a person plays in a given context.

rol

To do something with a good attitude or energy.

He always performs with good vibes at parties.

Él siempre desempeña con buena vibra en las fiestas.

To meet expectations.

You have to perform well if you want to be hired.

Tienes que desempeñar bien si quieres que te contraten.