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impose in Spanish

impose in Spanish is estar fuera de la lugar, estorbar, imponer — impose means to officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

impose in Spanish

estar fuera de la lugar
verb
estorbar
verb
imponer
verb
To apply, enforce, or establish (something, often regarded as burdensome as a restriction or tax: see sense 1.2.1) with authority.

What does "impose" mean?

  1. verb To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.
    "The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel."
  2. verb To force something onto someone unwelcome or without their consent.
    "He tried to impose his opinions on everyone at the table."
  3. verb (often "impose on/upon") To take unfair advantage of someone's time, kindness, or hospitality.
    "I don't want to impose on you, but could I stay one more night?"

impose in a sentence

  • The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel.
  • The court imposed a heavy fine on the company.
  • He tried to impose his opinions on everyone at the table.
  • I don't want to impose on you, but could I stay one more night?

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Frequently asked questions

What is "impose" in Spanish?

"impose" in Spanish is estar fuera de la lugar, estorbar, imponer. impose means: To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

How do you use "impose" in a sentence?

Example: "The government imposed new tariffs on imported steel." In Spanish, "impose" is estar fuera de la lugar, estorbar, imponer.

Are there other ways to say "impose" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 3 translations listed for "impose": estar fuera de la lugar, estorbar, imponer.

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