coadyuvar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Coadyuvar is a verb.

Phonetic Transcription

/ko.a.ðjuˈβaɾ/

Translation Options into English

• To assist
• To help
• To contribute

Meaning and Usage

Coadyuvar means to assist or contribute to a goal, purpose, or situation. It implies a supportive role in helping achieve something. This verb is often used in formal contexts, such as academic, legal, or technical discussions. It is more frequently seen in written contexts than in everyday oral speech.

Example Sentences

1. La comunidad se organizó para coadyuvar en la reconstrucción del parque.

2. The community organized itself to assist in the reconstruction of the park.

3. Su experiencia puede coadyuvar al éxito del proyecto.

4. His experience can contribute to the success of the project.

5. La colaboración entre las instituciones coadyuva al desarrollo sostenible.

6. The collaboration between institutions helps in sustainable development.

Idiomatic Expressions

While coadyuvar itself is not frequently used in idioms, it often appears in formal phrases and contexts related to assistance and collaboration. Here are a few expressions and their meanings:

1. Coadyuvar al bienestar
2. To contribute to well-being.
3. Ejemplo: Las políticas públicas deben coadyuvar al bienestar de la población.

4. Example: Public policies should contribute to the well-being of the population.

5. Coadyuvar a un esfuerzo común

6. To assist in a joint effort.
7. Ejemplo: Todos deben coadyuvar a un esfuerzo común para erradicar la pobreza.

8. Example: Everyone must assist in a joint effort to eradicate poverty.

9. Coadyuvar en la resolución de conflictos

10. To help in the resolution of conflicts.
11. Ejemplo: La mediación puede coadyuvar en la resolución de conflictos familiares.
12. Example: Mediation can help in the resolution of family conflicts.

Etymology

The verb coadyuvar comes from the Latin word "coadiuvare," which means "to help" or "to assist." The prefix "co-" indicates joint action, while "adiuvare" translates to "to help."

Synonyms

• Asistir (to assist)
• Colaborar (to collaborate)
• Contribuir (to contribute)

Antonyms

• Obstaculizar (to hinder)
• Dificultar (to complicate)
• Impedir (to prevent)