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    Puso (en. Put)

    /ˈpuso/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To place something in a certain location.
    She placed the book on the table.
    Ella puso el libro en la mesa.
    To give or provide something to someone.
    The teacher set an exam for the students.
    El maestro puso un examen a los alumnos.
    To establish or set something in a context.
    She put her trust in the team.
    Puso su confianza en el equipo.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'ponere', which means to place or situate.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    laid the cards on the table
    Clearly express the situation.
    puso las cartas sobre la mesa
    put to the test
    Evaluated or examined someone's ability.
    puso a prueba
    set in motion
    Initiated a process or activity.
    puso en marcha

    Related Words

    to put
    Verb that means to place something in a location.
    poner
    post
    State or condition in which something is found.
    puesto

    Slang Meanings

    Expression of surprise or admiration.
    Wow! Look how impressive that looks.
    ¡Puso! Mira qué impresionante se ve eso.
    Used to refer to a forceful action.
    In that fight, he really delivered.
    En esa pelea, él realmente puso.