What does "penetrar" mean in English?

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Spanish

penetrar

English

penetrate

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Alternative translations of "penetrar"

enter
pierce
go through
pass through

Examples of how to use "penetrar" in Spanish

Spanish
La luz penetraba por la ventana.
English
The light was coming through the window.
Spanish
La luz penetra la habitación.
English
The light penetrates the room.
Spanish
El frío penetró mis huesos.
English
The cold penetrated my bones.
Spanish
La humedad penetraba las paredes.
English
The humidity was seeping into the walls.
Spanish
El sonido penetrará el silencio.
English
The sound will break the silence.

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

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