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to use
01
usar, utilizar
to do something with an object, method, etc. to achieve a specific result
Transitive: to use an object or material
Example
He is using his phone to take a picture.
Él está utilizando su teléfono para sacar una foto.
I am making a smoothie using frozen fruit and yogurt.
Estoy utilizando frutas congeladas y yogur para hacer un batido.
1.1
usar, utilizar
to manipulate or take advantage of a person or situation
Transitive: to use sb
Example
After the breakup, I felt used and emotionally drained.
Después de la ruptura, me sentí explotado y emocionalmente agotado.
Are you aware that she might be using you to get closer to your friend?
¿Eres consciente de que ella podría estar utilizándote para acercarse a tu amigo?
02
usar, consumir, gastar
to consume or take a particular amount from a limited supply of a liquid, substance, etc.
Transitive: to use a substance
Example
Do n't use too much soap when you wash the dishes.
No consumas demasiado jabón cuando laves los platos.
She used most of the paint on her canvas.
2.1
usar, consumir
to consume illegal drugs, especially on a habitual basis
Intransitive
Example
He 's been using for most of his life.
Ha estado consumiendo drogas la mayor parte de su vida.
He 's been using for years.
Él ha estado consumiendo, drogándose durante años.
03
usar
to speak or write with specific words or a particular style
Transitive: to use specific expressions or style
Example
He often uses slang when talking to his friends.
Él suele emplear jerga cuando habla con sus amigos.
She reminded him to not use profanity in front of their guests.
Ella le recordó que no utilizara profanity frente a sus invitados.
Use
01
uso
the state or fact of being used; the action of using something
Example
The frequent use of smartphones has changed social interactions.
El uso frecuente de teléfonos inteligentes ha cambiado las interacciones sociales.
Proper use of resources is essential for sustainable development.
El uso adecuado de los recursos es esencial para el desarrollo sostenible.
02
uso, aplicación
the function, purpose, or role of something
Example
The primary use of this tool is to measure temperature accurately.
La aplicación principal de esta herramienta es medir la temperatura con precisión.
Its use in the kitchen is mainly for chopping vegetables.
Su aplicación en la cocina es principalmente para picar verduras.
03
uso, utilización
a particular service
04
uso, patrón de comportamiento
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
05
manipulación, explotación
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
06
uso, utilización
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
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uso, utilización
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
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