Realizarse (en. Self-actualize)

/re.a.liˈθaɾ.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To become a reality.
His dream of traveling the world finally came true.
Su sueño de viajar por el mundo finalmente se realizó.
To fulfill what has been planned.
The project was carried out as planned.
El proyecto se realizó según lo previsto.
To develop or take place.
The event will take place next weekend.
El evento se realizará el próximo fin de semana.

Etymology

From Latin 'realis' meaning 'real,' plus the suffix '-izar.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to fulfill one's dream
To fulfill a deep longing or desire.
realizarse el sueño
to realize oneself as a person
To develop potential and skills in life.
realizarse como persona

Related Words

realization
The act of making something real.
realización
realistic
Having a practical and factual view of reality.
realista
reality
The state of things as they are.
realidad

Slang Meanings

It refers to when something that was expected happens surprisingly.
The project was completed; it was a big success.
El proyecto se realizó, fue un golazo.
It talks about achieving an important goal.
At the end of the year, my dream of opening my business came true.
Al final del año, se me realizó el sueño de abrir mi empresa.