How to Say "erected" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “erected” is “construyó” — use 'construyó' when referring to the formal act of building or constructing something, especially a structure like a house or a larger project..
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construyó
verbA2formal
Use 'construyó' when referring to the formal act of building or constructing something, especially a structure like a house or a larger project.
Examples
El arquitecto construyó la casa en solo seis meses.
The architect built the house in only six months.
verbB1
Use 'levantó' when talking about raising or putting up something, such as a statue, monument, or even a building, often emphasizing the act of raising it into position.
Examples
El constructor levantó la casa en tiempo récord.
The builder erected the house in record time.
Construir vs. Levantar
Learners often confuse 'construir' and 'levantar'. While 'construir' focuses on the entire process of building, 'levantar' specifically implies the action of raising or putting something up, like a statue or the frame of a building. For general construction, 'construir' is usually safer.
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