How to Say "to magnify" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to magnify” is “magnificar” — B1 level.
Examples
Esta lupa puede magnificar la imagen hasta diez veces.
This magnifying glass can magnify the image up to ten times.
El microscopio sirve para magnificar las bacterias.
The microscope is used to magnify bacteria.
Es necesario magnificar el mapa para ver los nombres de las calles.
It is necessary to enlarge the map to see the street names.
The 'C' to 'QU' Switch
When you say 'I magnified' (magnifiqué), the letter 'c' changes to 'qu' so the word keeps its hard 'K' sound. This happens whenever the verb ending starts with an 'e'.
Direct Action
This verb acts directly on the object. You don't need to add 'a' or 'de' after it; just say 'magnificar la imagen'.
Confusing with volume
Mistake: “Magnificar el radio.”
Correction: Subir el volumen del radio. 'Magnificar' is for visual size, not sound levels.
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