How to Say "to sit" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to sit” is “reposar” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
verbB2
letting dough or food rest
Examples
Deja reposar la masa por treinta minutos.
Let the dough sit for thirty minutes.
El té debe reposar para que tenga buen sabor.
The tea must steep (rest) to have a good flavor.
El sedimento reposa en el fondo de la botella.
The sediment settles at the bottom of the bottle.
Giving Instructions
When using this in recipes, you often use the command form: 'Deje reposar...' (Let it sit...).
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