/resolˈβeɾ/
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Translation
to solve, to resolve
Word origin
From Latin resolvere ('to loosen, to release, to dissolve'), from re- ('back') and solvere ('to loosen'). It means 'to resolve, to solve'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- resolvere
- English cognates
- resolve, solve, dissolve
Grammar
Verb type-er irregular (o>ue)
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
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We have to solve this problem tonight.
resuelve .
My father always resolves everything calmly.
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She solved the matter in an hour.
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I cannot solve this case without help.
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We are going to work out the question together.
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