apuntar (señalar hacia)
point · aim
Marcar o escribir algo para recordarlo, o dirigir un objeto hacia un lugar o persona.
The Spanish verb "apuntar" has several meanings, including:
- To write down or to take notes.
- To aim at something, like pointing a gun or aiming a camera.
- To indicate or to point out (showing something).
- It can also mean to enroll or sign up for something (like a course or an event).
The exact meaning depends on the context in which it is used.
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Examples
¿Por qué apuntas siempre con el dedo?verb
Why do you always point with your finger?
Ellos apuntaron al cielo para mostrar el avión.verb
They pointed at the sky to show the plane.
Nosotros siempre apuntamos la cámara al objeto correcto.verb
We always point the camera at the correct object.
¿A qué estación apuntaron las flechas en el cartel?verb
Which station did the arrows point to on the sign?
El niño apuntaba su linterna hacia la pared oscura.verb
The boy was pointing his flashlight toward the dark wall.
Los soldados apuntaban sus armas hacia el cielo.verb
The soldiers were aiming their weapons at the sky.
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