What is the Spanish word for "adopt"?

Learn how to say "adopt" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

adopt

Spanish

adoptar

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Examples of how to use "adopt" in Spanish

English
When did you adopt your new puppy?
Spanish
¿Cuándo adoptaste a tu nuevo cachorro?
English
They adopt healthy habits every year.
Spanish
Ellos adoptan hábitos saludables cada año.
English
She adopted a rescue dog yesterday.
Spanish
Ella adoptó un perro rescatado ayer.
English
We are adopting new safety rules.
Spanish
Estamos adoptando nuevas reglas de seguridad.
English
He has adopted a positive attitude.
Spanish
Él ha adoptado una actitud positiva.

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