What is the Spanish word for "assert"?

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

English

assert

Spanish

afirmar

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Alternative translations of "assert"

aseverar
sostener
declarar
ratificar

Examples of how to use "assert" in Spanish

English
You need to assert your rights more often.
Spanish
Necesitas afirmar tus derechos con más frecuencia.
English
I assert my opinion calmly.
Spanish
Afirmo mi opinión con calma.
English
She asserted her rights yesterday.
Spanish
Ella afirmó sus derechos ayer.
English
They are asserting their position now.
Spanish
Ellos están afirmando su posición ahora.
English
He has asserted a clear preference.
Spanish
Él ha afirmado una preferencia clara.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "assert" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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