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How to Say "realize" in Spanish

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enterarse

verbB1informal/neutral
Use 'enterarse' when you mean to 'find out' or 'become aware' of something, especially after it has happened or been done.

Examples

Mi hermano se enteró de la sorpresa antes de tiempo.

My brother found out about the surprise ahead of time.

realizar

rreh-ah-lee-SAR/re.a.liˈsaɾ/

verbB2neutral/formal
Use 'realizar' when you mean to 'achieve', 'accomplish', 'carry out', or 'make' something happen, such as a profit or a plan.
A figure celebrating on the summit of a mountain peak, symbolizing the achievement of a major goal.

Examples

El equipo trabajó duro para realizar el proyecto a tiempo.

The team worked hard to accomplish the project on time.

Esperamos realizar grandes beneficios este trimestre.

We hope to realize (make) great profits this quarter.

Finalmente, pudo realizar su sueño de viajar por el mundo.

He finally managed to realize his dream of traveling the world.

Focus on Outcome

In this sense, 'realizar' focuses on the successful completion or manifestation of something that was previously just an idea or a goal.

Confusing 'enterarse' and 'realizar'

Learners often confuse 'enterarse' (to find out) with 'realizar' (to achieve). Remember that 'enterarse' is about gaining knowledge, while 'realizar' is about bringing something into existence or completing it.

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