No. 581 in Catalan
aplicar
To apply.
In a sentence
Cal aplicar aquestes regles per completar l'exercici.
These rules need to be applied to complete the exercise.
Here, 'aplicar' is used in the sense of implementing or putting into action a set of rules or procedures.
Em vaig aplicar en l'estudi per aprovar l'examen.
I applied myself to studying in order to pass the exam.
'Aplicar' in this context means dedicating oneself or putting effort into an activity, emphasizing self-commitment.
Vaig aplicar una capa de pintura a la paret.
I applied a coat of paint to the wall.
The usage of 'aplicar' here refers to spreading or laying a substance over a surface.
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