Kilo Lingo

/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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This word is part of lesson 36.