Incurrir (en. Incur)

/inkurˈir/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To commit an error, omission, or charge.
Getting into debt can affect your credit.
Incurrir en deudas puede afectar tu crédito.
Being subject to an obligation.
By accepting the charge, you will incur responsibilities.
Al aceptar el cargo, incurrirás en responsabilidades.
Getting involved in an unwanted situation.
Getting into conflicts can complicate the situation.
Incurrir en conflictos puede complicar la situación.

Etymology

From Latin 'incurrere', which means 'to run in' or 'to fall into'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

incur expenses
Accept financial responsibilities.
incurrir en gastos
make mistakes
Make errors or mistakes.
incurrir en errores
get into trouble
Get into difficulties or conflicts.
incurrir en problemas

Related Words

debt
Amount of money owed to someone.
deuda
charge
Burden or responsibility that is assumed.
cargo
responsibility
Obligation to face the consequences of something.
responsabilidad

Slang Meanings

Get into trouble.
Don't want to get into unnecessary trouble.
No quieras incurrir en líos innecesarios.
Bear the consequences.
If you do that, you will have to face the consequences.
Si haces eso, tendrás que incurrir con las consecuencias.