enfatizar
“enfatizar” means “to emphasize” in Spanish (giving special importance to something in speech or writing).
to emphasize
Also: to stress, to highlight
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Quiero enfatizar que este paso es muy importante.
B1I want to emphasize that this step is very important.
El informe enfatiza los beneficios de la nueva dieta.
B1The report highlights the benefits of the new diet.
El director enfatizó la necesidad de trabajar en equipo.
B2The director stressed the need for teamwork.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Derived from the noun 'énfasis', which comes from the Greek 'émphesis' (meaning 'outward appearance' or 'significance'), via Latin and French.
First recorded: 19th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'enfatizar' more common than 'hacer hincapié'?
'Enfatizar' is very common in writing, while 'hacer hincapié' is a slightly more idiomatic way to express the same idea in both speech and formal writing.
Can I use 'enfatizar' for the volume of my voice?
Generally, no. For speaking louder or with more force, you would use 'reforzar' or 'dar énfasis', though 'enfatizar' can work if you are talking about the points you are making while speaking.
Does this word always change 'z' to 'c'?
Only when the next letter is an 'e'. In most forms (enfatizo, enfatizas), the 'z' stays the same.