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to set
01
poner, colocar
to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position
Transitive: to set sth somewhere
Ejemplos
She set the book on the table.
Ella puso el libro en la mesa.
He set the cup of coffee down carefully.
Él puso la taza de café con cuidado.
1.1
ambientar, situar
to place the events of a play, movie, novel, etc. in a particular time or place
Transitive: to set a narrative somewhere | to set a narrative point in time
Ejemplos
The play is set in the roaring 1920s.
La obra está ambientada en los bulliciosos años 20.
The movie is set in a charming small town.
La película está ambientada en un encantador pueblo pequeño.
1.2
plantar, sembrar
to place a seed or young plant in the ground for it to grow
Transitive: to set a seed or plant somewhere
Ejemplos
She carefully set tomato seeds in the garden bed to start her vegetable garden.
Ella plantó cuidadosamente semillas de tomate en el jardín para comenzar su huerto.
He set sunflower plants along the fence to create a vibrant border.
Él plantó girasoles a lo largo de la cerca para crear un borde vibrante.
1.3
maquetar, componer
to format and arrange text and images on a computer or machine for printing in books, newspapers, or other publications
Transitive: to set the text and images of a page
Ejemplos
The printing press operator set the pages in preparation for the large print run.
El operador de la imprenta configuró las páginas en preparación para la gran tirada.
We need to set the text and illustrations before sending the document to the printer.
Necesitamos configurar el texto y las ilustraciones antes de enviar el documento a la impresora.
1.4
engastar, montar
to place a precious gemstone into a jewelry piece
Transitive: to set a gemstone in a jewelry piece
Ejemplos
The jeweler set the sparkling diamond in the engagement ring.
El joyero engastó el diamante brillante en el anillo de compromiso.
He carefully set the emerald in the necklace's pendant.
Él cuidadosamente colocó la esmeralda en el colgante del collar.
02
ajustar, configurar
to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use
Transitive: to set sth to a desirable state | to set sth
Ejemplos
She set the computer to mute.
Ella configuró la computadora en silencio.
Set the oven timer for 30 minutes.
Configura el temporizador del horno para 30 minutos.
2.1
poner, colocar
to arrange and place tableware, such as plates, forks, spoons, and knives, on a table in preparation for a meal
Transitive: to set a table
Ejemplos
She set the table with elegant china and silverware for the special occasion.
Ella puso la mesa con vajilla elegante y cubiertos para la ocasión especial.
Please set a spot for your sister; dinner will be ready soon.
Por favor, pon un lugar para tu hermana; la cena estará lista pronto.
2.2
fijar
to decide or determine the specific time, place, or manner in which something will occur or be done
Transitive: to set the conditions of an event
Ejemplos
Let 's set a date for the meeting next week.
Fijemos una fecha para la reunión la próxima semana.
She set the location for the picnic in the park.
Ella estableció la ubicación del picnic en el parque.
03
ponerse, ocultarse
(of the sun or other celestial objects) to move out of view when going below the horizon
Intransitive
Ejemplos
The sun sets in the west, painting the sky with beautiful colors.
El sol se pone en el oeste, pintando el cielo con hermosos colores.
It 's always peaceful to watch the sun set after a long day.
Siempre es pacífico ver el sol ponerse después de un largo día.
04
poner, colocar
to put or place someone or something in a specified state
Complex Transitive
Ejemplos
The teacher 's encouragement set the students at ease before the big exam.
El aliento del profesor puso a los estudiantes a gusto antes del gran examen.
The teacher set the classroom in order before the students arrived, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
El profesor puso el aula en orden antes de que llegaran los estudiantes, asegurando un ambiente propicio para el aprendizaje.
4.1
cuajar, solidificarse
(of a liquid) to assume a solid or hardened form
Intransitive
Ejemplos
The Jello started to set in the fridge.
La gelatina empezó a cuajarse en la nevera.
After a few hours, the cement began to set.
Después de unas horas, el cemento comenzó a fraguar.
4.2
reducir, colocar en su sitio
to reset broken or dislocated bones before the cast, brace, or splint is put on and without cutting the skin open
Transitive: to set bones
Ejemplos
The doctor had to set my son's arm after the skateboarding accident.
El médico tuvo que recolocar el brazo de mi hijo después del accidente de skateboard.
She watched as the doctor carefully set her fractured finger.
Ella observó cómo el médico colocaba cuidadosamente su dedo fracturado.
4.3
poner, hacer comenzar
to cause someone or something to start doing something
Ditransitive: to set sb/sth doing sth
Ejemplos
The question set him pondering the answer.
La pregunta lo puso a reflexionar sobre la respuesta.
His comment set me laughing uncontrollably.
Su comentario me hizo reír incontrolablemente.
4.4
fijar, colocar
to arrange wet hair in a way that stays the same after being dried
Transitive: to set hair
Ejemplos
She used hairspray to set her curls in place for the evening.
Ella usó laca para fijar sus rizos para la noche.
After washing her hair, she used clips to set it in sections.
Después de lavarse el pelo, usó clips para colocarlo en secciones.
4.5
soldar, unir
(of bones) to heal and return to their normal condition after a fracture
Intransitive
Ejemplos
The doctor assured her that the broken collarbone would set naturally with time.
El médico le aseguró que la clavícula rota se soldaría naturalmente con el tiempo.
After the accident, his fractured leg set perfectly, and he was able to walk again.
Después del accidente, su pierna fracturada soldó perfectamente, y pudo caminar de nuevo.
05
establecer, fijar
to fix something in a way that establishes an example for others to copy or try to accomplish
Transitive: to set a model
Ejemplos
The artist 's unique style set a new direction in contemporary art.
El estilo único del artista estableció una nueva dirección en el arte contemporáneo.
His leadership skills set the model for effective management.
Sus habilidades de liderazgo establecen el modelo para una gestión efectiva.
5.1
establecer, fijar
to achieve the best result in something, particularly in sports, competition, etc.
Transitive: to set a record
Ejemplos
She set a new record in the 100-meter sprint.
Ella estableció un nuevo récord en los 100 metros lisos.
The team set a high score in the basketball game.
El equipo estableció un puntaje alto en el juego de baloncesto.
06
asignar, establecer
to assign someone a task, goal, or target to complete
Transitive: to set a task or goal
Ejemplos
She set a goal to complete her homework by 5 PM.
Ella estableció una meta para completar su tarea para las 5 PM.
They set a task for the team to brainstorm new ideas.
Ellos asignaron una tarea al equipo para generar nuevas ideas.
6.1
establecer, formular
to create or formulate questions or tasks for an examination or assessment
Transitive: to set questions or tests
Ejemplos
The professor sets the questions for the final exam.
El profesor establece las preguntas para el examen final.
The textbook author sets exercises at the end of each chapter.
El autor del libro de texto establece ejercicios al final de cada capítulo.
07
dar fruto, caujar
(of blossoms, trees, or plants) to produce fruit or seeds
Transitive: to set fruit or seeds
Ejemplos
The apple trees in the orchard set fruit in the summer.
Los manzanos del huerto dan fruto en verano.
The warm spring weather helped the peach trees set a bountiful crop.
El clima cálido de primavera ayudó a los melocotoneros a producir una cosecha abundante.
7.1
cuajar, formarse
(of fruit) to form and develop on a plant
Intransitive
Ejemplos
After the apple tree blossomed, it did n't take long for the fruit to set.
Después de que el manzano floreció, no pasó mucho tiempo para que los frutos cuajaran.
Once the cherry blossoms fell, the cherries began to set on the tree.
Una vez que cayeron las flores del cerezo, las cerezas comenzaron a formarse en el árbol.
08
fijar, establecer
to determine a particular price or value for something
Transitive: to set a price or value
Ejemplos
The seller set the price of the antique vase at $ 200.
El vendedor estableció el precio del jarrón antiguo en $200.
He set a reasonable budget for the project.
Él estableció un presupuesto razonable para el proyecto.
09
tener un impacto fuerte y notable en alguien o algo, asentar pesadamente en alguien o algo
to have a strong and noticeable impact or effect on someone or something
Ejemplos
The rich dessert sets heavily on my stomach.
El rico postre cae pesadamente en mi estómago.
The news set heavily on my mind, leaving me feeling anxious.
Las noticias afectaron profundamente mi mente, dejándome con ansiedad.
10
fijar, adoptar
to adopt a fixed or unchanging facial expression that reflects a specific emotion or attitude
Intransitive: to set in an expression | to set into an expression
Ejemplos
Her face set in a determined look as she prepared to tackle the challenge.
Su rostro se fijó en una mirada determinada mientras se preparaba para enfrentar el desafío.
The child's face set in a pout when told it was time for bed.
El rostro del niño adoptó un puchero cuando le dijeron que era hora de dormir.
10.1
imprimir, dar
to make someone's face show a certain emotion or attitude
Transitive: to set an expression on someone's face
Ejemplos
His stern reprimand set a look of seriousness on their faces.
Su severa reprimenda puso una mirada de seriedad en sus rostros.
The surprise party set a joyful smile on her face.
La fiesta sorpresa puso una sonrisa alegre en su rostro.
11
pararse y señalar, apuntar
(of hunting dogs) to stop and point at where one senses wild animals, like birds or rabbits
Intransitive
Ejemplos
He watched as his dog set with its tail stiff, ready to point at the hidden rabbit.
Observó cómo su perro se plantaba con la cola rígida, listo para señalar al conejo escondido.
The experienced pointer dog knew how to set gracefully, leading the hunter to the quail.
El perro de muestra experimentado sabía cómo pararse con gracia, guiando al cazador hacia la codorniz.
12
afilar, aguzar
to make something sharper or improve its cutting ability, typically through grinding or honing
Transitive: to set a blade or tool
Ejemplos
He set the knife blade to a razor-sharp edge.
Él afiló el filo del cuchillo hasta dejarlo afilado como una navaja.
Before starting the task, I have to set my tools to ensure they're sharp enough.
Antes de comenzar la tarea, tengo que afilar mis herramientas para asegurarme de que estén lo suficientemente afiladas.
13
clavar, fijar
to push a nail or screw into a material, like wood or metal, so that it is below the surface
Transitive: to set a nail or screw
Ejemplos
He knows how to set screws properly.
Él sabe cómo colocar los tornillos correctamente.
The goal is to set the fastener evenly.
El objetivo es clavar el sujetador uniformemente.
14
realizar movimientos de baile sincronizados, ejecutar una coreografía en pareja
to perform synchronized dance movements with a partner, facing each other and following a set pattern of steps
Intransitive
Ejemplos
During the square dance, they set with enthusiasm, moving gracefully.
Durante el baile cuadrado, se colocaron con entusiasmo, moviéndose con gracia.
In the dance formation, couples often set to the rhythm of the music.
En la formación de baile, las parejas a menudo se colocan al ritmo de la música.
15
dirigirse, orientarse
to have a specified direction of motion or flow
Intransitive: to set to a direction
Ejemplos
Clouds set in from the west, signaling rain.
Las nubes se desplazan desde el oeste, señalando lluvia.
The compass needle sets towards the magnetic north.
La aguja de la brújula se orienta hacia el norte magnético.
16
colocarse, posicionarse
to position or place oneself ready for a specific action or activity
Transitive: to set oneself
Ejemplos
She set herself in a crouched position before pouncing.
Ella se puso en posición agachada antes de abalanzarse.
The sprinter set herself at the starting line.
La velocista se colocó en la línea de salida.
17
impedir, contrarrestar
(with reference to the card game bridge) to prevent the opposing team from winning the tricks they promised to win in their contract
Transitive: to set an opponent
Ejemplos
She set their opponents in the final round.
Ella bloqueó a sus oponentes en la ronda final.
We set the opponents by taking all the tricks.
Bloqueamos a los oponentes al tomar todas las bazas.
18
adornar, engalanar
to decorate, embellish, or adorn something with objects
Transitive: to set sth with ornaments
Ejemplos
Her dress was set with sparkling diamonds.
Su vestido estaba adornado con diamantes brillantes.
The cake was beautifully set with edible flowers.
El pastel estaba bellamente decorado con flores comestibles.
19
soltar, dispersar
to release or scatter something into the air so that they are carried away by the wind
Transitive: to set sth
Ejemplos
He set the kite, launching it high into the sky to soar on the wind.
Él soltó la cometa, lanzándola alto en el cielo para que se elevara con el viento.
The child set the bubbles to the wind, giggling as they floated away.
El niño soltó las burbujas al viento, riéndose mientras se alejaban flotando.
Set
01
escenario, decorado
a stage where a play is performed or a location where a motion picture is recorded
Ejemplos
The elaborate set for the musical featured a stunning backdrop of a bustling city skyline, immersing the audience in the vibrant atmosphere of the story.
El escenario elaborado para el musical presentaba un impresionante telón de fondo de un horizonte urbano bullicioso, sumergiendo a la audiencia en la vibrante atmósfera de la historia.
After weeks of preparation, the film crew finally arrived on set, ready to begin shooting the highly anticipated action movie.
Después de semanas de preparación, el equipo de filmación finalmente llegó al set, listo para comenzar a rodar la película de acción tan esperada.
02
an informal association or group of people
Ejemplos
He moved in an artistic set of friends.
The club was a tight-knit set of enthusiasts.
03
conjunto, grupo
(mathematics) a group of things that belong together because of having some similarities
Ejemplos
A set can include numbers, letters, or other items that share a common feature.
Un conjunto puede incluir números, letras u otros elementos que comparten una característica común.
The set of even numbers includes 2, 4, 6, and so on.
El conjunto de números pares incluye 2, 4, 6, y así sucesivamente.
04
a series of exercises performed consecutively in physical training
Ejemplos
She completed three sets of squats at the gym.
The trainer designed a set of exercises for core strength.
05
the act of placing or positioning something
Ejemplos
The table was ready after the careful set of dishes.
He performed the set of the telescope on the tripod.
06
aparato
an electronic device for receiving or transmitting radio or television signals
Ejemplos
He turned on the TV set to watch the news.
The radio set in the kitchen picked up distant stations.
07
a temporary mental or behavioral readiness to respond in a particular way
Ejemplos
The subject exhibited a set to respond aggressively.
Cognitive tests showed a set for problem-solving.
08
a relatively enduring tendency or inclination to react in a specific way
Ejemplos
She has a set toward optimism in challenging situations.
His emotional set affects his responses to stress.
09
the going down of a celestial body below the horizon
Ejemplos
They watched the sun's set from the hilltop.
The moon 's set occurred shortly after midnight.
10
conjunto
a group of things of the same type that belong or are used together in some way
Ejemplos
She received a beautiful set of kitchen knives for her birthday.
Ella recibió un juego de cuchillos de cocina hermosos por su cumpleaños.
The chess set was handcrafted and elegantly designed.
El juego de ajedrez estaba artesanalmente elaborado y elegantemente diseñado.
11
an Egyptian deity depicted with the head of a beast with high square ears and a long snout, brother and murderer of Osiris
Ejemplos
Set was feared as the god of chaos and storms.
Ancient texts describe Set's conflict with Osiris.
12
the process of becoming hard, solid, or fixed through cooling, drying, or crystallization
Ejemplos
The cement requires 24 hours to reach full set.
The jelly is ready after its set in the fridge.
13
a unit of play in tennis, squash, or similar sports, typically consisting of a sequence of games
Ejemplos
She won the first set 6–4.
The match went to five sets.
14
a collection of musical pieces or songs performed consecutively during a performance
Ejemplos
The band played a set of jazz standards.
Each set at the concert lasted about 30 minutes.
15
a specific combination of cards a player aims to collect, often consisting of three or more cards of the same rank, suit, or a defined sequence
Ejemplos
He completed a set of three aces in the game.
Collecting a set of hearts gave her extra points.
16
set, juego
(volleyball) a series of points played until one team reaches 25 points with a two-point lead
Ejemplos
They won the first set 25-20.
Ganaron el primer set 25-20.
The coach called a timeout during the set.
El entrenador pidió un tiempo muerto durante el set.
17
pase, colocación
the action of accurately passing the ball to a teammate to enable an offensive play in volleyball
Ejemplos
She focused on making a clean set to her teammate.
Ella se concentró en hacer un set limpio a su compañera de equipo.
His set was too high for the hitter to reach.
Su set fue demasiado alto para que el rematador pudiera alcanzarlo.
set
01
listo, preparado
prepared or likely prepared for something
Ejemplos
With all the decorations in place and the food ready, we were set for the party to begin.
Con todas las decoraciones en su lugar y la comida lista, estábamos listos para que comenzara la fiesta.
The team felt set for the competition after weeks of rigorous training and practice.
El equipo se sintió listo para la competencia después de semanas de entrenamiento riguroso y práctica.
02
fixed, firm, or immovable
Ejemplos
Her jaw was set in determination.
His expression was set, showing no emotion.
03
located, positioned, or situated in a particular place
Ejemplos
The house is set on a quiet hill overlooking the valley.
The restaurant is set in a charming part of town.
04
arranged, organized, or planned in advance
Ejemplos
The table was set for a formal dinner.
The itinerary was set for the week-long tour.
05
(of a celestial body) positioned or lying below the horizon
Ejemplos
The sun was set, casting long shadows across the valley.
The moon hung set below the eastern hills.
06
hardened or converted to a solid form
Ejemplos
The concrete is set and ready for construction.
The glue is set and can no longer be adjusted.
07
decided, determined, or established by authority or prior agreement
Ejemplos
They followed a set procedure for approvals.
A set schedule ensures smooth operations.
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