Interponer (en. File)

/interpoˈneɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To place something in between two or more things.
To file a complaint in the registry.
Interponer una queja en el registro.
To submit a request, recourse, or document before an authority.
The lawyer will file an appeal.
El abogado interpondrá un recurso de apelación.
To introduce an argument or reason in a conversation or discussion.
I will interject my opinion in this debate.
Voy a interponer mi opinión en este debate.

Etymology

From Latin 'interponere', which means 'to put between'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to file a recourse
To present a legal recourse before a court.
interponer un recurso
to present an argument
To introduce an argument in a discussion.
interponer un argumento
to file a complaint
To lodge a formal complaint with an authority.
interponer una Queja

Related Words

complaint
Expression of dissatisfaction or discontent.
queja
recourse
Request submitted to an authority to review a decision.
recurso
argument
Reasoning used to convince someone.
argumento

Slang Meanings

To set things right.
I am going to get things straight in my life.
Voy a interponer las cosas bien en mi vida.