Spanish Word · Intermediate
abarcar
to monopolize, to corner
Pronunciation: /abaɾˈkaɾ/
Meaning
to monopolize, to corner
Example
En 2017, el porcentaje de niñas fuera de la escuela alcanzó el 50% en la región que comprende al valle de Hushé, que abarca ocho comunidades.
In 2017, the percentage of girls out of school reached 50% in the region that comprises the Hushe Valley, which includes eight communities.
Practice tips
- Practice abarcar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.