ensayar
rehearse
essay
a short piece of writing
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-ar
verb suffix
Ensayar means to rehearse and can be thought of as essay0 + -ar1. Just as you might practice writing0 an essay, you rehearse (practice) a performance.
verb
- rehearseTo rehearse or practice a performanceLos actores ensayan la obra de teatro. // The actors rehearse the play.
- try onTo try on clothing or accessoriesVoy a ensayar este vestido. // I'm going to try on this dress.