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to cite
01
citar
to refer to something as an example or proof
Transitive: to cite a precedent or example
Ejemplos
The lawyer cited similar court cases to argue for his client's innocence.
El abogado citó casos judiciales similares para argumentar la inocencia de su cliente.
During the presentation, the speaker cited statistics to emphasize the significance of the issue.
Durante la presentación, el orador citó estadísticas para enfatizar la importancia del problema.
02
citar, mencionar
to officially recognize and praise an individual for their brave or heroic actions
Transitive: to cite sb
Ejemplos
The commanding officer decided to cite Private Johnson for his exceptional bravery during the mission.
El oficial al mando decidió citar al soldado Johnson por su valentía excepcional durante la misión.
The Navy recognized Lieutenant Anderson 's courage during the maritime rescue operation, citing him for his exceptional bravery and resourcefulness.
La Armada reconoció el valor del teniente Anderson durante la operación de rescate marítimo, citándolo por su excepcional valentía y recursos.
03
citar, referenciar
to formally acknowledge or reference the source(s) of information, words, or literary or verbal context used in one's work
Transitive: to cite a source of information
Ejemplos
In his essay, he cited several studies that supported his argument on climate change.
En su ensayo, citó varios estudios que respaldaban su argumento sobre el cambio climático.
In her research paper, she cited multiple scholarly articles to support her argument.
En su artículo de investigación, ella citó múltiples artículos académicos para respaldar su argumento.
04
citar, mencionar
to quote or reproduce the exact words from a written or spoken source
Transitive: to cite a passage
Ejemplos
In her research paper, she cited several passages from the novel to support her analysis of the protagonist's development.
En su artículo de investigación, citó varios pasajes de la novela para respaldar su análisis del desarrollo del protagonista.
In his speech, the politician cited a famous speech from history to inspire his audience.
En su discurso, el político citó un famoso discurso de la historia para inspirar a su audiencia.
05
citar, convocar
to officially summon or order someone to appear before a court or other judicial authority
Transitive: to cite sb
Ejemplos
The judge decided to cite the witness for contempt of court and ordered them to appear for a hearing.
El juez decidió citar al testigo por desacato al tribunal y ordenó que se presentara a una audiencia.
The prosecutor will cite the defendant as a key witness and request their presence in court.
El fiscal citará al acusado como testigo clave y solicitará su presencia en el tribunal.
Cite
01
cita, referencia
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
