Procura (en. Try)
/proˈkuɾa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Act of taking care of or ensuring the well-being or acquisition of something.
The procurement of resources is essential for the project.
La procura de recursos es fundamental para el proyecto.
Legal document that grants power to someone to act on behalf of another person.
I need a power of attorney to manage their affairs.
Necesito una procura para poder manejar sus asuntos.
verb
To attempt to obtain something.
She strives to improve her skills every day.
Ella procura mejorar sus habilidades todos los días.
To question or investigate something to obtain information.
The truth behind the rumors is being sought.
Se procura la verdad detrás de los rumores.
Etymology
From Latin 'procurare', which means 'to care' or 'to manage'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make provision for
To try to obtain or achieve something.
hacer procura de
make an effort to be patient
It refers to the need to have patience while seeking a result.
procura paciencia
make sure that:
Make sure that something happens.
procura que:
Related Words
procurador
Person who has the power to act on behalf of someone.
procurador
procurar
To try to obtain or do something that is desired.
procurar
procuración
Action of granting power to someone to act on behalf of another.
procuración
Slang Meanings
In some informal contexts, it refers to quickly seeking solutions.
When I don't know what to do, I try to fix it in my own way.
Cuando no sé qué hacer, procuro arreglarlo a mi manera.
It is used to refer to the act of obtaining contacts or favors.
She always seeks influential people to advance her career.
Ella siempre procura personas influyentes para avanzar en su carrera.