What does "criticar" mean in Spanish?
"criticar" is the Spanish word for "criticize".
criticar /kɾˌitikˈaɾ/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "criticize".
See also: Translation page (English → Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Juicio y Reconciliación
Translation and Meaning
- Word: criticar
- Language: Spanish
- Meaning: criticize
- IPA: /kɾˌitikˈaɾ/
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: verb
- Topic: Spanish Juicio y Reconciliación
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Example Sentences
- Es fácil criticar a los demás, pero más difícil mejorar uno mismo. English: It's easy to criticize others, but harder to improve yourself.
- Mi jefe criticó duramente mi informe sin ofrecer sugerencias constructivas concretas. English: My boss harshly criticized my report without offering any concrete, constructive suggestions.
- Aunque me critiquen, seguiré defendiendo mis ideas con argumentos sólidos y razonables. English: Even if they criticize me, I will keep defending my ideas with solid, reasonable arguments.
When and How to Use "criticar"
Use "criticar" when you want to talk about "criticize" in Spanish. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the Spanish Juicio y Reconciliación topic. Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "criticar"?
"criticar" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "criticar"?
"criticar" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.
Can you show "criticar" in a sentence?
Es fácil criticar a los demás, pero más difícil mejorar uno mismo.
More words in this topic: Spanish Juicio y Reconciliación
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