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delimitar means to define / to demarcate — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 20, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

delimitar

verb • /[deh-lee-mee-TAR]/

to define / to demarcate

Example:

Es fundamental delimitar el alcance del estudio.

It’s essential to define the scope of the study.

🧠 What does delimitar mean?

Delimitar means to establish the limits or boundaries of something. It can refer to physical boundaries, like marking the edge of a property, or abstract ones, like defining the scope of a project. Think of it as drawing a line around something, whether literally or figuratively, to make it clear where it begins and ends.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesitamos delimitar las responsabilidades de cada miembro del equipo.
    We need to define the responsibilities of each team member.
  • La valla delimita la propiedad privada.
    The fence demarcates the private property.
  • El estudio delimitará los factores que contribuyen al cambio climático.
    The study will define the factors that contribute to climate change.
  • Es importante delimitar el tema de la investigación para que no sea demasiado amplio.
    It's important to delimit the research topic so it's not too broad.
  • Las líneas punteadas en el mapa delimitan las zonas de conflicto.
    The dotted lines on the map demarcate the conflict zones.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'delimitar' comes from the Latin word 'delimitare', which combines 'de-' (meaning 'from' or 'down') and 'limitare' (meaning 'to limit'). So, literally, it means to 'set down the limits'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "delimitar"

Synonyms: definir, marcar, establecer, fijar, determinar
Opposites: extender, ampliar, difuminar

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to define / to demarcate' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'to define / to demarcate' is 'delimitar'.
How do you pronounce 'delimitar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced deh-lee-mee-TAHR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'delimitar' in a sentence?
Here's an example: 'El gobierno delimitó la zona de desastre.' (The government demarcated the disaster zone).
What is the English translation of 'delimitar'?
'Delimitar' translates to 'to define' or 'to demarcate' in English.
Does 'delimitar' change for gender or number?
No, 'delimitar' is conjugated like a regular -ar verb and its form changes depending on the tense and the subject pronoun, but not for gender or number of the object.
Is 'delimitar' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood, 'delimitar' is more common in formal or academic contexts rather than everyday conversation. You'd likely use simpler synonyms like 'definir' or 'marcar' in casual speech.
Does 'delimitar' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'delimitar' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a fairly straightforward verb.
Is 'delimitar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'delimitar' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'delimitar' in Spanish?
Here are some common conjugations: Yo delimito (I delimit), Tú delimitas (You delimit), Él/Ella/Usted delimita (He/She/You formal delimit), Nosotros/Nosotras delimitamos (We delimit), Vosotros/Vosotras delimitáis (You all delimit - Spain), Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes delimitan (They/You all delimit).

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