poner contento

to make happy

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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

1. (to please)

a. to make happy

Tengo una idea para poner contento a Pablo.I have an idea to make Pablo happy.

ponerse contento

A pronominal verb phrase combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and always uses a reflexive pronoun. (e.g. Se dio cuenta del problema.)

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2. (to become happy)

a. to be happy

Gabriela se puso contenta cuando la promovieron.Gabriela was happy when she got promoted.

b. to be pleased

Tu abuelo va a ponerse contento cuando vea lo que hiciste.Your grandpa will be pleased when he sees what you've done.

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