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

Part of Speech

• Verb

Phonetic Transcription

• /djezˈmaɾ/

Translation Options into English

• To tithe
• To diminish
• To decimate

Meaning and Usage

"Diezmar" primarily means to contribute a tenth part of a certain amount, especially in a religious context (tithing). It is also used in a more general sense to refer to the act of drastically reducing or diminishing something, often referring to population, resources, or aims.

• Frequency of Use: "Diezmar" is used primarily in written context, especially in religious or historical texts. It is less common in everyday spoken Spanish.
• Context: The word is more prevalent in formal discussions about finance in religious contexts and in discussions involving reduction or decimation.

Example Sentences

1. La iglesia pide a sus fieles que diezmen sus ingresos.

2. The church asks its congregation to tithe their income.

3. La plaga diezma la población de ratas en la ciudad.

4. The plague is decimating the rat population in the city.

5. Los recursos naturales están siendo diezmandos por la explotación excesiva.

6. Natural resources are being diminished by excessive exploitation.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "diezar" is not commonly found in many idiomatic expressions, it can occasionally be referenced in contexts discussing diminishment or reduction. Here are some examples of idiomatic-like uses:

1. El proyecto necesita diezmarse antes de que pueda avanzar.

2. The project needs to be diminished before it can move forward.

3. Nos diezman los recursos cada vez que una nueva regla entra en vigor.

4. Our resources are diminished every time a new rule comes into effect.

5. La crisis económica diezma las oportunidades de empleo en la región.

6. The economic crisis is decimating job opportunities in the region.

Etymology

"Diezmar" comes from the Latin "decimare," which means "to take a tenth." The prefix "diez-" is derived from "diez," meaning "ten," indicating the concept of taking a tenth part.

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms:
• Disminuir (to diminish)
• Reducir (to reduce)

• Mermar (to dwindle)

• Antonyms:

• Aumentar (to increase)
• Incrementar (to enhance)
• Ampliar (to expand)