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permeate in Spanish

permeate in Spanish is permear, percolar — permeate means to pass gradually into or through something, especially a loosely-textured substance, without damaging it.

permeate in Spanish

permear
verb
(transitive) To pass through the pores or interstices of; to penetrate and pass through without causing rupture or displacement; applied especially to fluids which pass through substances of loose texture
percolar
verb
(transitive) To pass through the pores or interstices of; to penetrate and pass through without causing rupture or displacement; applied especially to fluids which pass through substances of loose texture
permear
verb
(transitive) To enter and spread through; to pervade.

What does "permeate" mean?

  1. verb To pass gradually into or through something, especially a loosely-textured substance, without damaging it.
  2. verb To spread all through something and reach every part of it.
    "The do-or-die mentality gambaru permeates Japanese society, where the pursuit of a goal can carry more significance than the outcome."
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permeate in a sentence

  • The do-or-die mentality gambaru permeates Japanese society, where the pursuit of a goal can carry more significance than the outcome.
  • Bright sunshine permeates the room on a sunny day.

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What is "permeate" in Spanish?
"permeate" in Spanish is permear, percolar. permeate means: To pass gradually into or through something, especially a loosely-textured substance, without damaging it.
Are there other ways to say "permeate" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "permeate": permear, percolar.
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