What is the Spanish word for "encircle"?

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

English

encircle

Spanish

rodear

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Alternative translations of "encircle"

circundar
envolver
rodear con un círculo
cerrar

Examples of how to use "encircle" in Spanish

English
The police encircled the building.
Spanish
La policía rodeó el edificio.
English
Tall trees encircle the quiet garden.
Spanish
Árboles altos rodean el jardín tranquilo.
English
Soldiers encircled the hill yesterday.
Spanish
Los soldados rodearon la colina ayer.
English
They are encircling the painting now.
Spanish
Ellos están rodeando la pintura ahora.
English
We have encircled the small island.
Spanish
Hemos rodeado la pequeña isla.

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The police encircled the building.

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