poner en

poner en(
poh
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nehr
 
ehn
)
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.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to put on
Vuelve a poner los libros en el estante.Put the books back on the shelf.
b. to put in
Cuando termines de usar los auriculares, ponlos en la gaveta por favor.When you're done using the headphones, put them in the drawer please.
c. to put
Mamá, ¿me compras esta barra de chocolate? - No, cariño. Ponlo en su sitio. Vamos a comer pronto.Mom, would you buy me this chocolate bar? - No, dear. Put it back. We're going to have lunch soon.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
(to cause to be)
a. to put
Los comentarios del político pusieron a su partido en una situación difícil.The politician's comments put his party in a difficult position.
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