How to Say "to mine" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to mine” is “explotar” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
verbB1neutral/formal
minerals
Examples
Necesitamos explotar las energías renovables de la región.
We need to utilize the region's renewable energy sources.
El director supo explotar su talento para la música.
The director knew how to capitalize on his talent for music.
La compañía va a explotar un nuevo yacimiento de cobre.
The company is going to mine a new copper deposit.
Different meanings
Remember that 'explotar' can mean 'to blow up' or 'to use/utilize.' The context will tell you which one is correct. If it’s about resources, it means utilization.
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