Solicitudes (en. Applications)

/soliθiˈtuðes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A formal request made to obtain something.
I submitted my applications for the scholarship program.
Presenté mis solicitudes para el programa de becas.
Proposals submitted to an authority.
The students' applications were considered in the meeting.
Las solicitudes de los estudiantes fueron consideradas en la reunión.
Actions of requesting or asking for something.
Job applications must be sent by email.
Las solicitudes de empleo deben enviarse por correo electrónico.

Etymology

From the Latin 'sollicitudo', meaning 'worry' or 'petition'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a request
To make a formal request.
hacer una solicitud
to submit requests
To submit documents or forms of request.
presentar solicitudes
job applications
Requests to fill a job position.
solicitudes de empleo

Related Words

to request
To ask for or require something.
solicitar
request
Document in which a request is made.
solicitud
claim
Demand for something that is considered just.
reclamación

Slang Meanings

Informal request made to someone.
When I spoke with my boss, I made a request about my vacation.
Cuando hablé con mi jefe, le hice una solicitud sobre mis vacaciones.
Quick request submitted with little formalities.
I was told that for a small loan, you only need to make a simple request.
Me dijeron que para un préstamo pequeño solo necesitas hacer una solicitud sencilla.