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How to Say "brings about" in Spanish

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trae

/tra-eh//ˈtɾa.e/

VerbB1General
Use 'trae' when the consequence is a general outcome or a series of changes, similar to 'causes' or 'leads to'.
A stylized cloud hovering over a landscape, visibly causing small, negative symbols (like frowns) to appear below it, illustrating cause and effect.

Examples

La nueva ley trae cambios importantes para la economía.

The new law brings important changes for the economy.

El estrés trae muchos problemas de salud.

Stress causes many health problems.

Esta situación trae consigo nuevas oportunidades.

This situation brings with it new opportunities.

atrae

ah-TRAH-eh/aˈtra.e/

VerbB2General
Use 'atrae' when the result is specifically something being drawn in or attracted, like investment, people, or attention.
A cheerful bear cub is walking eagerly toward an open jar of glowing golden honey.

Examples

La nueva ley atrae inversión extranjera al país.

The new law attracts foreign investment to the country.

Su misterio atrae a sus fans.

His mystery appeals to his fans.

Abstract Subjects

In this figurative sense, the subject of 'atrae' is often an abstract idea or policy, like 'la estrategia' (the strategy) or 'el cambio' (the change).

General Outcome vs. Attraction

Learners often confuse 'trae' and 'atrae' by using 'atrae' for any kind of consequence. Remember that 'atrae' specifically means to draw something *towards* it, like a magnet, while 'trae' is a more general term for causing any result.

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