bastar
be enough · enough
Ser suficiente para cubrir una necesidad o cumplir un propósito.
The word "bastar" in Spanish means to be enough or to suffice. It refers to having a quantity or amount that is adequate for a particular need or purpose. For example, if you say "Basta con esto," it means "This is enough." It is often used in various contexts to indicate that something is sufficient or to express a limit.
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Examples
Me basta escuchar música para relajarme.verb
Listening to music is enough for me to relax.
Creo que dos horas bastan antes de irnos.verb
I think two hours are enough before we leave.
Eso basta para completar la tarea.verb
That is enough to complete the task.
A veces basta una sonrisa pequeña.verb
Sometimes a small smile is enough.
Me basta con que haga frío para ser feliz.verb
It is enough for me that it is cold to be happy.
Me basta un día soleado para ser feliz.verb
A sunny day is enough for me to be happy.
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