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How to Say "fulfill" in Spanish

The Spanish word forfulfillis cumplirB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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a promise or duty
A storybook illustration showing one person happily handing a large golden key to another person, symbolizing the fulfillment of a promise or duty.

Examples

El presidente prometió cumplir sus promesas de campaña.

The president promised to fulfill his campaign promises.

Debemos cumplir con el contrato antes de fin de mes.

We must carry out the contract before the end of the month.

Si no cumples tu palabra, nadie te creerá.

If you don't keep your word, no one will believe you.

Using 'Con'

When 'cumplir' means 'to comply with' a rule or requirement, it is often followed by the little word 'con': 'Tienes que cumplir con las normas' (You have to comply with the rules).

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