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"Write" is a transitive verb which is often translated as "escribir", and "draw up" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "redactar". Learn more about the difference between "write" and "draw up" below.
write(
rayt
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
a. escribir
I wrote a list of things that make me happy.He escrito una lista de las cosas que me hacen feliz.
2. (computing)
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., The man sneezed.).
draw up(
dra
uhp
)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (to write)
a. redactar
Ashley consulted a lawyer to help her draw up her will.Ashley consultó a un abogado para que la ayudara a redactar su testamento.
a. acercar
How did it go with Joe? - Draw up a chair and I'll tell you all about it.¿Cómo te fue con Joe? - Acerca una silla y te lo cuento todo.
a. levantar
Paco drew himself up, in an attempt to intimidate them with his height.Paco se levantó intentando intimidarlos con su estatura.
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
