Kilo Lingo

/axusˈtaɾ/

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Translation

to adjust, to fit

Word origin

From Latin ad ('to') plus iustus ('just, exact, right'), via a Vulgar Latin adiustare meaning 'to bring to the right measure'.

Origin
Latin
Root
iustus
English cognates
adjust, just

Grammar

Verb type-ar regular

Examples

cinturón flojo.

I have to adjust the belt because it is loose on me.

técnico pocos .

The technician adjusted the machine in a few minutes.

presupuesto .

We must adjust the budget to what we have.

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Can you adjust the chair to my height?

sastre .

The tailor takes in the suit so that it fits perfectly.

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This word is part of lesson 70.