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    Pone (en. Puts)

    /ˈpone/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Action of placing something in a specific location.
    He puts the book on the table.
    Él pone el libro en la mesa.
    To use or apply something.
    She puts a lot of effort into her work.
    Ella pone mucho esfuerzo en su trabajo.
    To establish or fix something in a state.
    The teacher sets a clear rule for everyone.
    La maestra pone una regla clara para todos.
    To provide or contribute something.
    The boss allocates the resources for the project.
    El jefe pone los recursos para el proyecto.
    To say or express something.
    He puts his thoughts in a letter.
    Él pone sus pensamientos en una carta.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ponere', which means to place.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to set in motion
    Start a process or activity.
    poner en marcha
    rolls his eyes
    Expression of disdain or frustration.
    pone los ojos en blanco
    get your act together
    To activate or make more effort.
    ponerse las pilas

    Related Words

    to put
    Base verb from which 'puts' is derived.
    poner
    placed
    Past participle of 'to put', refers to something that has been placed.
    puesto
    to place
    Direct synonym meaning to situate something in a place.
    colocar

    Slang Meanings

    To put in a difficult situation.
    That decision puts me in a complicated situation.
    Esa decisión me pone en una situación complicada.