utilizar
to use
To use or make use of something
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utilize
to use
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-ar
verb suffix
Utilizar means to use and is a direct cognate of the English word utilize0.
utilizar
to use, to utilize, to make use of
To use something as a tool or resource for a purpose.
- Utiliza este mapa para encontrar el camino = Use this map to find the way
- Los médicos utilizan tecnología avanzada para diagnosticar enfermedades = Doctors utilize advanced technology to diagnose illnesses
to harness, to tap into (energy or resources)
To utilize a natural force or resource by putting it to work.
- La ciudad utiliza la energía del río para generar electricidad = The city harnesses the energy of the river to generate electricity
to use, to take advantage of (a person)
To use a person selfishly for one's own benefit.
- Siento que solo me estás utilizando = I feel like you're just using me
- No dejes que te utilicen para conseguir lo que quieren = Don't let them take advantage of you to get what they want