devote
Significado: To give all of one's time, effort, or resources to something
Devote means to give time, effort, attention, or resources exclusively to a particular activity, purpose, or person. It implies dedication and commitment. Someone who is 'devoted' to something shows strong loyalty or love for it. The noun form 'devotion' refers to great love, loyalty, or dedication to someone or something.
Ejemplos
- She devoted her life to helping the poor. 她把一生奉献给了帮助穷人。Ella dedicó su vida a ayudar a los pobres.彼女は貧しい人々を助けることに人生を捧げました。그녀는 가난한 사람들을 돕는 데 일생을 바쳤습니다.
- He devotes several hours each day to practising the piano. 他每天花几个小时练习钢琴。Él dedica varias horas cada día a practicar el piano.彼は毎日数時間をピアノの練習に費やしています。그는 매일 몇 시간을 피아노 연습에 할애합니다.
- The charity is devoted to protecting endangered wildlife. 这个慈善机构致力于保护濒危野生动物。La organización benéfica está dedicada a proteger la vida silvestre en peligro.この慈善団体は絶滅危惧野生生物の保護に専念しています。이 자선단체는 멸종 위기 야생동물 보호에 전념하고 있습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Latin 'devotus', past participle of 'devovere' meaning 'to dedicate by a vow', from 'de-' (down, completely) + 'vovere' (to vow). Originally meant 'to curse' or 'to consecrate'. Related to 'vote', 'vow', and 'devotion'.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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