Pon (en. Put)

/pon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To place something in a specific location.
Put the book on the table.
Pon el libro en la mesa.
To make something be in a state or situation.
Pay attention to the class.
Pon atención a la clase.
To give orders or instructions.
Put the water to boil.
Pon el agua a hervir.
To introduce or apply something.
Turn the music up louder.
Pon la música más fuerte.

Etymology

From the Latin 'ponere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pay attention
To pay care or interest in something.
pon atención
put into practice
To implement or carry out an idea or knowledge.
pon en práctica
give it your all
To make an effort or apply energy to a task.
ponle ganas

Related Words

poner
Verb that means to place or situate something.
poner
posición
Situation or place where something is found.
posición
ponerle
Expression that implies giving a particular focus to something.
ponerle

Slang Meanings

To get into a difficult situation.
Don't get yourself into trouble.
No te pongas en problemas.
Set the mood or the music to enjoy.
Get the party started.
Pon la fiesta en marcha.