apilar
“apilar” means “to stack” in Spanish (placing things one on top of another).
to stack
Also: to pile up
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Por favor, apila las sillas en la esquina.
A1Please, stack the chairs in the corner.
Los niños están apilando bloques de madera.
A2The children are stacking wooden blocks.
Es difícil apilar estos libros porque son de diferentes tamaños.
B1It is difficult to stack these books because they are different sizes.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Which sentence best describes stacking boxes neatly?
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From the Spanish word 'pila' (pile), which comes from Latin 'pīla', meaning a pillar or stone pier.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'apilar' and 'amontonar'?
'Apilar' usually implies a vertical, somewhat organized stack. 'Amontonar' is more about creating a messy mound or heap.
Can 'apilar' be used for digital files?
While less common than 'archivar' or 'guardar', you can use it figuratively for 'stacking up' tasks or digital items in a list.
Is 'apilar' a common verb?
Yes, it's very useful for daily tasks, construction, warehouse work, and household chores.