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How to Say "to shoulder" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “to shoulder” is “asumir” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
verbB1
a burden
A small person happily lifting a large, heavy-looking gold key onto their shoulder, symbolizing taking on a new responsibility or role.

Examples

Ella asumió el liderazgo del equipo la semana pasada.

She took on the leadership of the team last week.

Si cometes un error, debes asumir la responsabilidad.

If you make a mistake, you must assume the responsibility.

It's a Transitive Verb

This verb usually needs a direct object (a thing or responsibility) right after it. For example, you 'asumir' something (la culpa, el cargo, la tarea).

Confusing 'Asumir' and 'Suponer'

Mistake: “Using 'asumir' when you just mean 'to guess' or 'to think.'”

Correction: Use 'suponer' or 'creer' for mental guesses. Use 'asumir' when someone is physically or emotionally taking on a duty or situation.

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