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    Inclina (en. Lean)

    /inˈklina/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To move something or someone in a direction at an angle.
    The Leaning Tower of Pisa leans due to poor foundation.
    La torre de Pisa se inclina debido a un mal cimiento.
    To have a preference or tendency towards something.
    She leans towards classical music.
    Ella se inclina por la música clásica.
    To affect a person's will or judgment.
    The rain could sway the decision about the picnic.
    La lluvia podría inclinar la decisión sobre el picnic.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'inclinare', meaning 'to incline' or 'to bend'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to tip the scales
    To make a decision in favor of an option.
    inclinar la balanza
    to lean towards
    To show a preference for something or someone.
    inclinarse por
    without leaning
    To maintain a neutral or impartial stance.
    sin inclinarse

    Related Words

    inclination
    Tendency or preference towards something.
    inclinación
    inclinable
    That can be inclined.
    inclinable
    incliner
    An object used to incline something.
    inclinador

    Slang Meanings

    To be on the side or in a compromised position.
    He was so tired that he leaned against the wall.
    Estaba tan cansado que se inclinó contra la pared.
    To show favoritism towards a person or group.
    The teacher tilts the scales in favor of his team.
    El profesor inclina la balanza a favor de su equipo.