/asuˈmiɾ/
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Translation
to assume, to take on
Word origin
From Latin assumere ('to take up'), from ad- plus sumere ('to take'). The same root gives English 'assume' and 'consume'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- assumere
- English cognates
- assume, consume, resume
Grammar
Verb type-ir regular
Examples
.
You have to accept the consequences of your actions.
directora .
She took on the role of director last month.
.
We cannot assume that everything will turn out well.
gerente .
The new manager will take on more responsibilities.
.
It is hard to accept that we have wasted so much time.
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