apto
apto(
ahp
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toh
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (appropriate)
b. fit
El economista calificó al capitalismo como un ejemplo de "la supervivencia del más apto".The economist labeled capitalism as an example of "the survival of the fittest."
c. apt
La ciudad de Dubrovnik es un lugar apto para filmar una película ambientada en la Europa medieval.The city of Dubrovnik is an apt place to film a movie set in medieval Europe.
d. appropriate
El crítico dijo que la obra era innecesariamente violenta y no apta para menores.The critic said the play was needlessly violent and not appropriate for minors.
2. (able)
a. capable
Trabajo bien en equipo y soy apto para adecuarme a los cambios.I'm a team player and capable of adapting to change.
b. competent
Considero que Luis es el jugador más apto para esa posición.I believe Luis is the most competent player for that position.
c. fit
El médico dijo que desafortunadamente todavía no soy apto para trabajar.My doctor said that unfortunately I'm still not fit for work.
aptoadjective
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (adecuado, conveniente)
a. suitable
2. (capacitado; intelectualmente)
a. capable, able
3. (físicamente)
a. fit
4. (cinema)
a.
apto/no apto para menoressuitable/unsuitable for children
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