Verb
/eleˈβaɾ/
The verb "elevar" is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, primarily within general and legal language, but it also has applications in mathematics. It refers to the action of raising something to a higher position, physical or figurative. In law, "elevar" could refer to increasing a penalty or level of an appeal. In mathematics, it can refer to raising a number to a power.
"Elevar" is frequently used in various contexts, with a clear predominance in written forms, especially in legal and academic texts.
Elevamos la voz para que nos escuchen.
(We raise our voices so they can hear us.)
Tienen que elevar la multa si las violaciones continúan.
(They have to increase the fine if the violations continue.)
Es necesario elevar el nivel de la discusión.
(It is necessary to elevate the level of the discussion.)
"Elevar" is often found in several idiomatic expressions, which can convey various meanings depending on the context. Here are some expressions and their usage:
Example: El equipo necesitaba elevar la moral después de la derrota.
(The team needed to raise morale after the defeat.)
Elevar el nivel.
(To raise the level.)
Example: Debemos elevar el nivel de nuestro trabajo para competir.
(We must raise the level of our work to compete.)
Elevar la apuesta.
(To raise the stakes.)
Example: El nuevo proyecto eleva la apuesta para la compañía.
(The new project raises the stakes for the company.)
Elevar el debate.
(To elevate the debate.)
The word "elevar" comes from the Latin "elevare," which means "to raise up" or "to lift." The root "levare" also translates to "to lift" and is related to the notion of lightness (from "levis"). The prefix "e-" suggests moving away or up.
Synonyms: - Aumentar (to increase) - Levantar (to lift) - Ascender (to ascend)
Antonyms: - Bajar (to lower) - Disminuir (to decrease) - Reducir (to reduce)