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to defer to
[phrase form: defer]
01
deferir a
to accept or agree to follow someone's decision, opinion, or authority, often out of respect or recognition of their expertise or position
Transitive
Example
The team chose to defer to the senior researcher's expertise in designing the experiment.
El equipo decidió acatar la pericia del investigador senior en el diseño del experimento.
When deciding on the software to use, I will defer to your experience in the field.
Al decidir sobre el software a utilizar, acataré tu experiencia en el campo.
02
deferir a, delegar en
to refer to or rely on someone or something with more expertise, responsibility, or jurisdiction, typically to handle a matter
Example
During team discussions, members often defer to the project manager for direction and decision-making.
Durante las discusiones del equipo, los miembros suelen delegar en el jefe de proyecto para obtener dirección y tomar decisiones.
In matters of international diplomacy, leaders often defer to the United Nations for resolutions to global conflicts.
En cuestiones de diplomacia internacional, los líderes a menudo delegan en las Naciones Unidas para resolver conflictos globales.
03
acatar, respetar
to agree to uphold established customs, practices, or rituals, typically out of respect for their historical or cultural importance
Example
In matters of protocol, diplomats often defer to the customs of the host country.
En asuntos de protocolo, los diplomáticos a menudo respetan las costumbres del país anfitrión.
During ceremonies, the royal family always defers to ancient customs and protocols.
Durante las ceremonias, la familia real siempre acata las antiguas costumbres y protocolos.
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