Spanish Word · Intermediate
despoblar
to depopulate
Pronunciation: /despoˈblaɾ/
Meaning
to depopulate
Example
Los mineros comenzaron a despoblar la ciudad y a establecerse en la cercana Rancagua, desde donde se construyó una carretera que facilitaba el acceso a El Teniente.
The miners began to depopulate the town and settle in nearby Rancagua, from where a highway was built that facilitated access to El Teniente.
Practice tips
- Practice despoblar 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.