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    Ponen (en. They put)

    /poˈnen/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To place or locate something in a specific place.
    They set the tables in the dining room.
    Ellos ponen las mesas en el comedor.
    To introduce something into a place or state.
    They turn the music up to full volume.
    Ponen la música a todo volumen.
    To impose or establish a condition or situation.
    They set very strict rules in class.
    Ellos ponen reglas muy estrictas en la clase.
    To present or expose something for consideration.
    They put the budget for next year up for discussion.
    Ponen a discusión el presupuesto del año que viene.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ponere', which means 'to place'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put all cards on the table
    To speak clearly about a matter.
    poner las cartas sobre la mesa
    not to touch a sore spot
    To avoid touching a sensitive issue.
    no poner el dedo en la llaga
    to put into practice
    To implement or execute something.
    poner en práctica
    to put one's hand in the fire
    To guarantee the safety of something or someone.
    poner la mano en el fuego

    Related Words

    to put
    Base verb that indicates the action of placing something.
    poner
    position
    Situation or place where something is located.
    posición
    placement
    Action of placing something in a place.
    colocación

    Slang Meanings

    To use something.
    He always plays his favorite music at the party.
    Él siempre pone su música favorita en la fiesta.
    To get into trouble.
    Don't get yourself into trouble when you talk to them.
    No te pongas en problemas cuando hables con ellos.