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to anchor
01
anclar
to moor a ship or boat to the bottom of the sea to stop it from moving away
Transitive: to anchor a ship or boat somewhere
Example
They anchored the sailboat near the shore, allowing them to swim and relax without worrying about it drifting away.
Anclaron el velero cerca de la orilla, lo que les permitió nadar y relajarse sin preocuparse de que se fuera a la deriva.
The captain decided to anchor the yacht in a secluded cove, creating a peaceful and private setting for the guests.
El capitán decidió anclar la yate en una cala apartada, creando un ambiente pacífico y privado para los huéspedes.
02
fijar, anclar
to secure or fasten something firmly in place, often to prevent movement or ensure stability
Transitive: to anchor sb/sth | to anchor sth to sth | to anchor sth into sth
Example
She anchored the tent stakes into the ground to prevent the tent from being blown away by the strong winds.
Ella ancló las estacas de la tienda en el suelo para evitar que la tienda fuera llevada por los fuertes vientos.
He carefully anchored the bookshelf to the wall to prevent it from toppling over.
Él fijó cuidadosamente la estantería a la pared para evitar que se volcara.
Example
He has been chosen to anchor the nightly news broadcast.
Él ha sido elegido para presentar el noticiero nocturno.
She will anchor the new talk show series starting next month.
Ella presentará la nueva serie de talk show que comenzará el próximo mes.
Anchor
Who is an "anchor"?
An anchor is a person who leads a news program, presenting the latest information to an audience. They are typically seen on television, reading news stories, interviewing guests, and guiding the flow of the program. Anchors often work in a studio, delivering breaking news, weather updates, or other important events. They play a key role in ensuring that the news is communicated clearly and professionally, often coordinating with reporters, producers, and other team members to provide accurate and timely information.
Example
The anchor delivered the breaking news with a calm and authoritative demeanor.
She became a household name as the anchor of the primetime news program.
02
ancla, peso
a heavy object, usually made of metal, designed to secure a vessel or structure firmly to the bottom of a body of water to prevent drifting
Example
The sailors lowered the anchor to secure the ship during the storm.
Los marineros bajaron el ancla,peso para asegurar el barco durante la tormenta.
The diver checked the anchor before descending into the deep waters.
El buceador revisó el ancla antes de descender a las aguas profundas.
03
anclaje, pilar
a central cohesive source of support and stability

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