ajustar
adjust
Hacer que algo quede bien puesto, en su lugar o del tamaño correcto.
Word: ajustar
Meaning:
The Spanish verb ajustar generally means "to adjust" or "to fit." It refers to the act of making something fit properly, modifying or regulating something to make it suitable, precise, or appropriate.
Explanation:
- Ajustar comes from the root justo meaning "just" or "right," with the prefix a- and the verb-forming suffix -ar.
- It is a regular -ar verb.
Uses:
- To adapt or regulate something to achieve the desired fit or effect.
Example: Ajustar la ropa – to adjust the clothing (so it fits better). - To tune or set a device properly.
Example: Ajustar la radio – to adjust the radio (to the right frequency). - To settle or reconcile differences or accounts.
Example: Ajustar cuentas – to settle accounts or scores.
Synonyms:
- adaptar (to adapt)
- regular (to regulate)
- corregir (to correct, in some contexts)
- modificar (to modify)
Antonyms:
There isn't an exact antonym, but depending on context it could be:
- desajustar (to unadjust, misalign)
- dañar (to damage, spoil)
In summary, ajustar is primarily about making things fit correctly, changing or tuning them to achieve "just right" conditions or alignment.
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Examples
Necesitamos ajustar el plan según los nuevos datos.verb
We need to adjust the plan according to the new data.
Tuvieron que ajustar el volumen porque estaba demasiado alto.verb
They had to adjust the volume because it was too loud.
Es probable que el mecánico ajustara los frenos ayer por la tarde.verb
It is likely that the mechanic adjusted the brakes yesterday afternoon.
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