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Tejas / Spanglish
Aplicar
Used when discussing job applications or requests for support.
Literal Meaning
Apply
Actual Meaning
To apply - from English
Examples in Context

¿Recuerdas que necesitas aplicar la crema antes de salir al sol?

Cuando voy a la tienda, siempre aplico para una tarjeta de descuentos.

Ella decidió aplicar para un puesto de trabajo en el restaurante de su amiga.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Listen to how the word is used in different contexts; sometimes it's more informal and can have a more colloquial sense among friends.
  • 2Don't confuse 'aplicar' with other similar terms in English; the local context can change its meaning depending on the situation.
  • 3In the context of Tex-Mex, 'aplicar' is often used in situations where one is talking about making an application or putting something into practice.
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