Verb
/a.kos.tumˈbɾaɾ/
The verb "acostumbrar" means to make someone or something accustomed or used to a certain situation or way of doing things. It can refer to people developing a routine or becoming familiar with something over time. The word is frequently used in both oral and written contexts. It's quite common in everyday conversation, particularly when discussing habits or adjustments to new circumstances.
"Me estoy acostumbrando a vivir en una nueva ciudad."
"I am getting used to living in a new city."
"Él siempre acostumbra a tomar café por la mañana."
"He always gets accustomed to drinking coffee in the morning."
"Los niños se acostumbran rápidamente a los cambios."
"Children quickly get used to changes."
"Acostumbrar" is often used in various idiomatic expressions in Spanish. Here are some common idioms involving "acostumbrar":
Acostumbrarse a algo
Meaning: To get used to something.
Example: "Tienes que acostumbrarte al frío del invierno."
"You have to get used to the cold of winter."
Acostumbrar hacer algo
Meaning: To usually do something or to be in the habit of doing.
Example: "Ella acostumbra a visitar a sus abuelos los domingos."
"She usually visits her grandparents on Sundays."
No estar acostumbrado a
Meaning: Not to be used to something.
Example: "No estoy acostumbrado a manejar en la ciudad."
"I am not used to driving in the city."
Acostumbrar a alguien a algo
Meaning: To make someone accustomed to something.
Example: "La profesora acostumbró a los estudiantes a presentar sus trabajos."
"The teacher made the students accustomed to presenting their work."
Acostumbrar del todo
Meaning: To fully accustom.
Example: "Después de varios meses, ya me he acostumbrado del todo a este nuevo trabajo."
"After several months, I have fully accustomed myself to this new job."
The verb "acostumbrar" derives from the Latin "accustomare," which is a compound of "ad-" meaning "to" and "customare," meaning "to make customary." The word has evolved in the Spanish language over centuries to convey the concept of becoming familiar or accustomed to specific routines or conditions.