la entrega
delivery
Es el acto de dar algo a otra persona o llevar algo a un lugar para que alguien lo reciba.
The Spanish word "entrega" can have several related meanings, depending on the context:
Meaning:
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Delivery or Handover:
"Entrega" refers to the act of delivering or handing over something to someone else. It can be physical items such as packages, documents, or goods.- Example: La entrega del paquete fue realizada a tiempo.
(The delivery of the package was made on time.)
- Example: La entrega del paquete fue realizada a tiempo.
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Devotion or Commitment:
"Entrega" can also describe a sense of dedication, commitment, or wholehearted effort put into a task or cause. It implies giving oneself fully or with great enthusiasm.- Example: Su entrega al proyecto fue admirable.
(His/her dedication to the project was admirable.)
- Example: Su entrega al proyecto fue admirable.
Word parts:
- Derived from the verb "entregar", which means "to deliver" or "to hand over."
- The suffix "-a" indicates it’s a noun here.
Synonyms:
- For delivery meaning: "reparto", "envío", "suministro"
- For devotion meaning: "dedicación", "compromiso", "devoción"
Antonyms:
- For delivery meaning: no direct antonym, but in terms of failure to deliver: "incumplimiento" (non-fulfillment)
- For devotion meaning: "desinterés" (lack of interest), "indiferencia" (indifference)
In summary, "entrega" commonly means either the act of delivering something or the quality of being fully committed or dedicated to something.
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Examples
Esperamos la entrega con mucha ansiedad.noun
We are eagerly awaiting the delivery.
La entrega debe realizarse esta semana.noun
The delivery must be made this week.
La entrega del paquete tendrá lugar mañana.noun
The delivery of the package will take place tomorrow.
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