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to penetrate
01
penetrar
to move through something, typically overcoming resistance
Transitive: to penetrate sth
Example
The drill easily penetrated the hard surface, creating a hole.
With determination, he managed to penetrate the dense jungle.
The bullet was designed to penetrate armor for increased effectiveness.
02
comprender, asimilar
to comprehend or grasp the meaning or significance of something
Transitive: to penetrate meaning of something
Example
She struggled to penetrate the dense scientific jargon in the research paper.
With diligent study, she was able to penetrate the mysteries of ancient civilizations.
It took me some time to penetrate the complexity of the novel 's themes.
03
penetrar, comprenderse
to become clear or fully understood
Intransitive
Example
The gravity of the situation did n't penetrate until they saw the devastating effects firsthand.
After multiple explanations, the idea finally penetrated, and he saw its significance.
The significance of the historical event slowly penetrated as they studied it in more depth.
04
penetrar, introducir
to insert a sexual organ into that of the sexual partner
Transitive: to penetrate sb
Example
He penetrated his partner slowly, savoring the intimacy of their connection.
He slowly penetrated her, eliciting a moan of pleasure.
05
penetrar
to spread or permeate deeply into something
Transitive: to penetrate a space
Example
The scent of pine trees penetrated the air, signaling their arrival in the forest.
The scent of roses penetrated the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
Sunlight penetrated the thick canopy, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor.
06
penetrar, infiltrarse
to gain unauthorized entry into an organization or system
Transitive: to penetrate an organization or system
Example
The infiltrator posed as a legitimate employee to penetrate the company 's ranks and gather intelligence.
The undercover agent worked tirelessly to penetrate the criminal organization and gather evidence.
Despite heightened security measures, spies managed to penetrate the enemy 's defense system.
Ejemplo
The drill easily penetrated the hard surface, creating a hole.
With determination, he managed to penetrate the dense jungle.
The bullet was designed to penetrate armor for increased effectiveness.
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