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Definición y Significado de "make"

to make
[past form: made]
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hacer

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials
Transitive: to make sth
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The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair.
Los estudiantes van a elaborar un modelo del sistema solar para la feria de ciencias.
The carpenter can make custom furniture based on your design preferences.
El carpintero puede elaborar muebles a medida según tus preferencias de diseño.
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hacer

to compose, formulate, or prepare something abstract or written
Transitive: to make sth
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The poet spent hours to make a heartfelt poem for her friend's birthday.
El poeta pasó horas para crear un poema sincero para el cumpleaños de su amiga.
Can you help me make a to-do list for the upcoming week?
¿Puedes ayudarme a crear una lista de tareas para la próxima semana?
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preparar

to prepare or cook something
Transitive: to make food
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The chef will make a delicious pasta dish using fresh ingredients.
El chef preparará un delicioso plato de pasta utilizando ingredientes frescos.
The children are excited to make their own pizzas at the cooking class.
Los niños están emocionados de hacer sus propias pizzas en la clase de cocina.
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hacer, formar

to lead to a certain outcome, whether intentionally or unintentionally
Transitive: to make an outcome
to make definition and meaning
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Her comments can make confusion in the team.
Sus comentarios pueden provocar confusión en el equipo.
The storm will make delays in our travel plans.
La tormenta provocará retrasos en nuestros planes de viaje.
2.1

hacer

to cause someone or something to display or possess a specific quality, emotion, or state
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj]
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His encouraging words made the team more confident.
Sus palabras alentadoras hicieron que el equipo tuviera más confianza.
The beautiful scenery makes the place serene and peaceful.
El hermoso paisaje hace que el lugar sea sereno y pacífico.
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conseguir

to contribute significantly to the completeness or success of someone or something
Transitive: to make sb/sth
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A strong thesis statement can make an essay.
Una declaración de tesis fuerte puede contribuir a un ensayo.
The final touch of accessories can make the outfit.
El toque final de los accesorios puede contribuir a el conjunto.
2.3

hacer

to force someone or something to do something
Ditransitive: to make sb do sth
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The bad weather made us cancel our outdoor plans.
El mal tiempo nos obligó a cancelar nuestros planes al aire libre.
The strict deadline made the team work late into the night.
La estricta fecha límite obligó al equipo a trabajar hasta tarde en la noche.
2.4

hacer, nombrar a

to choose or appoint someone to a specific position or role
Complex Transitive: to make sb holder of a position
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The committee decided to make him the chairman due to his experience and leadership skills.
El comité decidió nombrarlo presidente debido a su experiencia y habilidades de liderazgo.
The team unanimously made her captain for the upcoming season.
El equipo la nombró capitana para la próxima temporada.
2.5

hacer

to represent someone or something in a particular way
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj] | to make sb/sth do sth
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The artist tried to make the landscape look serene and peaceful in her painting.
La artista trató de representar el paisaje de manera serena y pacífica en su pintura.
The journalist wanted to make the interviewee's perspective clear to the readers.
El periodista quería representar la perspectiva del entrevistado de manera clara a los lectores.
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ganar

to gain or earn money, as by doing business
Transitive: to make a sum of money
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She makes $75,000 a year from her graphic design business.
Ella gana $75,000 al año con su negocio de diseño gráfico.
The professional athlete makes millions of dollars through endorsements.
El atleta profesional gana millones de dólares a través de patrocinios.
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llegar a

to arrive at a place or event
Transitive: to make a place
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She had to make the party a bit late due to prior commitments.
Ella tuvo que llegar a la fiesta un poco tarde debido a compromisos previos.
We should start early to make the beach by noon.
Debemos empezar temprano para llegar a la playa al mediodía.
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[palabra ficticia]

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun
Transitive: to make sth
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She had to make a decision about which college to attend.
Ella tuvo que tomar una decisión sobre qué universidad asistir.
Can you make a suggestion for the theme of the party?
¿Puedes hacer una sugerencia para el tema de la fiesta?
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hacer, convertir

to suit the requirements or characteristics of something particular
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth sb/sth | to make sb/sth [adj]
Linking Verb: to make sb/sth
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With her patience and knowledge, she would make a fantastic mentor.
Con su paciencia y conocimiento, ella adaptaría un mentor fantástico.
The old barn has the potential to make a charming guesthouse with some renovations.
El viejo granero tiene el potencial de adaptar una encantadora casa de invitados con algunas renovaciones.
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hacer, ser

to add up to a specific quantity or total
Linking Verb: to make a quantity or total
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The total expenses make $ 500 for the month.
Los gastos totales ascienden a $500 para el mes.
When you combine the numbers, they make a sum of 100.
Cuando combinas los números, suman 100.
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considerar

to guess or calculate a specific value or result
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What temperature do you make it in the room?
¿Qué temperatura estimas en la habitación?
Looking at the map, I make the distance to be around 100 kilometers.
Al mirar el mapa, calculo que la distancia es de aproximadamente 100 kilómetros.
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hacerse con, ganarse

to try to persuade a particular person to consent to have sexual intercourse with one
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He could n't help but wonder if he would ever succeed in making Kate, as he had been trying for two years now.
No pudo evitar preguntarse si alguna vez lograría intentar seducir a Kate, como había estado tratando de conquistarla durante dos años.
Despite all her attempts to make Joe, he remained aloof and uninterested.
A pesar de todos sus intentos de seducir a Joe, él permaneció distante y desinteresado.
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cumplir, hacer

(in bridge, whist, or other similar card games) to successfully fulfill their contract by taking the required number of tricks
Transitive: to make a contract
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Despite challenging circumstances, the skilled player managed to make the contract by taking all the necessary tricks.
A pesar de las circunstancias desafiantes, el jugador hábil logró cumplir el contrato al tomar todos los trucos necesarios.
The strategic bidding allowed the team to make their slam contract and secure a substantial point advantage.
La oferta estratégica permitió al equipo cumplir su contrato de slam y asegurar una ventaja de puntos sustancial.
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anotar, lograr

to achieve a specific score or result in a sports game
Transitive: to make a score or result
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The team made 45 points in the first quarter of the basketball game.
El equipo anotó 45 puntos en el primer cuarto del partido de baloncesto.
The basketball team made 110 points in the last game.
El equipo de baloncesto anotó 110 puntos en el último partido.
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lograr, alcanzar

to succeed in reaching a particular status, position, or achievement
Transitive: to make a position or rank
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Despite numerous attempts, she could n't make the top three in the competition.
A pesar de numerosos intentos, ella no pudo lograr estar entre las tres primeras en la competencia.
Despite the tight schedule, they are determined to make the project deadline.
A pesar del apretado horario, están decididos a lograr la fecha límite del proyecto.
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hacer, contar

to count to a particular total
Linking Verb: to make a particular total
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She canceled plans again, That makes the fourth time this month!
Ella canceló los planes otra vez, eso hace la cuarta vez este mes!
' We have n't finished the assignment yet ', ' That makes three of us.'
"No hemos terminado la tarea aún", "Eso hace tres de nosotros."
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actuar, realizar

to perform or act in a movie, play, or similar production
Transitive: to make a movie or similar production
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Tom Hanks has made many films, including " Forrest Gump " and " Saving Private Ryan. "
Tom Hanks ha actuado en muchas películas, incluyendo "Forrest Gump" y "Saving Private Ryan."
Meryl Streep is one of the most celebrated actresses of all time, having made over 100 films.
Meryl Streep es una de las actrices más aclamadas de todos los tiempos, habiendo actuado en más de 100 películas.
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hacer que, provocar que

to cause someone do something particular
Ditransitive: to make sb do sth
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The funny movie always makes me laugh uncontrollably.
La película divertida siempre hace que me ría sin control.
The unexpected news made her gasp in surprise.
La noticia inesperada le hizo que jadease de sorpresa.
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hacer, producir

to produce a visible effect by breaking, tearing, hitting, or removing material
Transitive: to make a mark or cut in sth | to make a mark or cut on sth
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The hammer made a crack in the wall as he tried to hang the painting.
El martillo produjo una grieta en la pared mientras intentaba colgar el cuadro.
Strong winds made a hole in the old tent during the storm.
Los vientos fuertes hicieron un agujero en la vieja tienda durante la tormenta.
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convertir, transformar

to turn into a particular type of person or thing
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj] | to make sth sth
Transitive: to make sth
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Do n't make a habit out of being late.
No conviertas en un hábito llegar tarde.
You 've made a huge mess in the kitchen.
Has convertido un gran desastre en la cocina.
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aparecer, figurar

to feature in a publication or news coverage
Transitive: to make a publication or news coverage
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The scandal made the evening news, sparking a public outcry.
El escándalo apareció en las noticias de la tarde, provocando un clamor público.
If the team wins the championship, it will make the front page of the sports section.
Si el equipo gana el campeonato, aparecerá en la portada de la sección de deportes.
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realizar, lograr

(in sports) to successfully accomplish a specific action
Transitive: to make sth
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After a failed attempt, the striker made the penalty kick on the second try.
Después de un intento fallido, el delantero logró el penalti en el segundo intento.
In the penalty shootout, the goalkeeper blocked the first kick but could n't make the second save.
En la tanda de penaltis, el portero bloqueó el primer disparo, pero no pudo realizar la segunda parada.
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formar, constituir

to form or constitute a pair or group with a particular characteristic or quality
Transitive: to make a pair or group
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They made an incredible team on the basketball court.
Formaron un equipo increíble en la cancha de baloncesto.
The musicians made a harmonious ensemble during the concert.
Los músicos formaron un conjunto armonioso durante el concierto.
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empezar a, prepararse para

to appear to start an action
Transitive: to make to do sth
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He made to leave the room, but then hesitated.
Se preparó para salir de la habitación, pero luego dudó.
As the bell rang, the students made to exit the classroom.
Al sonar la campana, los estudiantes se prepararon para salir del aula.
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fingir, actuar

to act or behave in a particular manner
Transitive: to make to do sth
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She made as if she was interested in his story, but I could tell she was bored.
Ella hizo como si estuviera interesada en su historia, pero pude ver que estaba aburrida.
He made to care even though I knew he did n't.
Él actuó como si le importara aunque sabía que no lo hacía.
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programar, fijar

to decide specific arrangement or time
Ditransitive: to make an activity or event a particular time
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We need to schedule the meeting; let's make it 2:00 PM tomorrow.
Necesitamos programar la reunión; fijémosla para mañana a las 2:00 PM.
What time works for everyone?
¿Qué hora funciona para todos? ¿Podemos fijar la reserva de cena a las 8:00?
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hacer, provocar

to cause something or someone to be changed in a specified way
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth sth
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We were going to order pizza for the party, but someone suggested to make it a potluck dinner instead.
Iba a pedir pizza para la fiesta, pero alguien sugirió hacer una cena de potluck en su lugar.
I'll have a large coffee, please.
Voy a tomar un café grande, por favor. En realidad, hazlo un latte.
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barajar, mezclar

to mix up a deck of cards thoroughly before dealing them in a card game
Transitive: to make a deck of cards
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After each round, the dealer would make the cards to ensure a fair game.
Después de cada ronda, el crupier barajaría las cartas para asegurar un juego justo.
Players often take turns making the deck to prevent any predictability in the card distribution.
Los jugadores a menudo se turnan para barajar el mazo y prevenir cualquier predictibilidad en la distribución de cartas.
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hacer, transformar

to change or shape something to transform it into something else
Transitive: to make sth
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Can you make a paper airplane for me with this sheet of paper?
¿Puedes hacer un avión de papel para mí con esta hoja de papel?,¿Puedes transformar esta hoja de papel en un avión de papel para mí?
The artist can make a sculpture from a block of marble.
El artista puede transformar una escultura de un bloque de mármol.
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hacerse, fingir como

to act like something or someone
Transitive: to make sb/sth | to make like sb/sth
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At the costume party, she decided to make like a pirate, complete with an eye patch and a wooden leg.
En la fiesta de disfraces, ella decidió hacerse como una pirata, completa con un parche en el ojo y una pierna de palo.
At the party, everyone was encouraged to make a different animal for a fun game of charades.
En la fiesta, a todos se les animó a hacerse un animal diferente para un divertido juego de charadas.
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considerar, tener en cuenta

to consider someone or something in a particular way
Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth as sb/sth | to make sb/sth into sb/sth
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Do n't make her as just another employee; she's a key contributor to the team's success.
No la consideres como solo otra empleada; es una contribuyente clave al éxito del equipo.
Some people make the old building as a symbol of the town's rich history.
Algunas personas consideran el viejo edificio como un símbolo de la rica historia del pueblo.
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traducir, hacer una traducción de

to translate a text from one language into another
Complex Transitive: to make sth [adj]
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She made the philosophical treaties Chinese, aiming to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western philosophical traditions.
Ella hizo una traducción de los tratados filosóficos al chino, con el objetivo de cerrar la brecha entre las tradiciones filosóficas orientales y occidentales.
The poet's works were made Italian, capturing the nuances and beauty of the original language.
Las obras del poeta fueron traducidas al italiano, capturando los matices y la belleza del idioma original.
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cerrar, asegurar

to close doors, windows, or entrances
Transitive: to make an entrance
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As a safety measure, make sure to make the windows and doors securely before leaving the house.
Como medida de seguridad, asegúrate de cerrar bien las ventanas y las puertas antes de salir de la casa.
In anticipation of the storm, the residents decided to make all windows and doors tightly.
En anticipación de la tormenta, los residentes decidieron cerrar todas las ventanas y puertas bien.
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entrar, salir

(of the tide) to start coming in or going out
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As the sun set, the tide began to make, signaling the start of the incoming waves.
Al atardecer, la marea comenzó a entrar, señalando el inicio de las olas que venían.
Sailors waited for the tide to make before navigating their boats into the harbor.
Los marineros esperaron a que la marea empezara a entrar antes de navegar sus barcos hacia el puerto.
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mezcla, baraja

the act of mixing cards haphazardly
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marca, fabricante

the manufacturer or brand of a vehicle
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The make of the car was displayed prominently on the grille.
She owned several vehicles, each from a different make.
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