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expresar

to express

verb eks-preh-SAHR Less Common

Usage Note

Expresar typically refers to conveying feelings, opinions, or ideas; the reflexive expresarse means 'to express oneself' and is the natural form when speaking about personal communication. It covers both verbal and non-verbal expression, so expresar con gestos ('to express through gestures') is idiomatic.

Examples

"Ella expresa sus ideas con claridad."

Natural Translation

She expresses her ideas clearly.

Literal Translation

She expresses her ideas with clarity

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