No. 12,107 in Spanish
instó
"Instó" means "urged" or "pressed."
In a sentence
El profesor instó a los alumnos a participar en el debate.
The teacher urged the students to participate in the debate.
In this sentence, 'instó' is used in the sense of 'urged,' meaning to strongly encourage someone to take an action.
El presidente instó a la nación a mantener la calma durante la crisis.
The president urged the nation to remain calm during the crisis.
Here, 'instó' conveys a formal plea or request, often used in speeches or official statements, to encourage collective action.
El guía instó al grupo a no desviarse del camino establecido.
The guide urged the group not to stray from the established path.
In this context, 'instó' refers to giving an emphatic recommendation or instruction, implying the importance of following the advice given.
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