No. 12,096 in Spanish
insta
A colloquial abbreviation for "Instagram" or a form of the verb "instar," meaning "urges" or "insists."
In a sentence
Ella me insta a que tome decisiones rápidamente.
She urges me to make decisions quickly.
Here, 'insta' is used as a verb meaning 'urges' or 'pushes for'.
Subí una foto a mi insta ayer por la noche.
I uploaded a picture to my Instagram last night.
In this context, 'insta' is used as a noun referring to the Instagram platform.
Esto insta a la reflexión sobre nuestras acciones.
This prompts reflection on our actions.
Here again, 'insta' is a verb in third-person singular, synonymous with 'invites' or 'prompts'.
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