consolidar
consolidar
consolidar(
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)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g. I bought a book.).
1. (to reinforce)
a. to consolidate
El dictador consolidó su posición en el poder por medio de la purga de sus opositores.The dictator consolidated his position in power by purging his opposers.
b. to strengthen
Estas pruebas consolidaron la creencia de que el hombre desciende del mono.This evidence strengthened the belief that man evolved from apes.
2. (construction)
a. to consolidate
Si no consolidamos los cimientos del puente, se va a derrumbar.If we don't consolidate the foundation of the bridge, it will collapse.
3. (economy and finance)
a. to consolidate
El gobierno decidió consolidar la deuda pública y emitir bonos.The government decided to consolidate the public debt and issue bonds.
consolidarse
A pronominal verb always uses a reflexive pronoun. (e.g. Te ves cansado.).
4. (to become stronger)
a. to strengthen
Nuestra alianza con Italia se consolidó una vez finalizada la guerra.Our alliance with Italy strengthened after the war.
b. to grow stronger
Su amistad se consolidó cuando viajaron juntos a París.Their friendship grew stronger when they traveled together to Paris.
5. (economy and finance)
a. to be consolidated
Las dos empresas se consolidaron y formaron una corporación.The two companies were consolidated and formed a corporation.
consolidartransitive verb
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g. I bought a book.).
1. (general)
a. to consolidate
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