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sintetizar means to synthesize — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 19, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

sintetizar

verb • /[seen-teh-tee-SAR]/

to synthesize

Example:

El resumen debe sintetizar las ideas principales.

The summary must synthesize the main ideas.

🧠 What does sintetizar mean?

To synthesize means to combine different ideas, facts, or elements into a single, unified entity. It involves taking separate pieces of information and creating a new, coherent whole. In chemistry, it refers to the process of creating a compound from simpler materials. Think of it like baking a cake: you take individual ingredients (flour, sugar, eggs, etc.) and synthesize them into a delicious dessert.

📚 Extra examples

  • El científico sintetizó un nuevo compuesto en el laboratorio.
    The scientist synthesized a new compound in the laboratory.
  • Debes sintetizar la información clave en un ensayo conciso.
    You need to synthesize the key information into a concise essay.
  • El artista sintetizó varios estilos musicales en su última obra.
    The artist synthesized various musical styles in their latest work.
  • Es difícil sintetizar años de investigación en una sola presentación.
    It's difficult to synthesize years of research into a single presentation.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'sintetizar' comes from the Greek word 'synthesis', meaning 'composition' or 'putting together'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "sintetizar"

Synonyms: resumir, compendiar, condensar
Opposites: analizar, descomponer, separar

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to synthesize' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'to synthesize' is 'sintetizar'.
How do you pronounce 'sintetizar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced seen-teh-tee-sahr, with the stress on the third syllable (tee).
How do you use 'sintetizar' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'El químico sintetizó un nuevo material.' (The chemist synthesized a new material.) 'Necesito sintetizar mis apuntes para el examen.' (I need to synthesize my notes for the exam.)
What is the English translation of 'sintetizar'?
The English translation of 'sintetizar' is 'to synthesize'.
Does 'sintetizar' change for gender or number?
Yes, like other verbs, 'sintetizar' conjugates to agree with the subject. For example, 'yo sintetizo' (I synthesize), 'ellos sintetizan' (they synthesize).
Is 'sintetizar' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as basic verbs, 'sintetizar' is frequently used in academic, scientific, and professional contexts.
Does 'sintetizar' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'sintetizar' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is fairly straightforward.
Is 'sintetizar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'sintetizar' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'sintetizar' in Spanish?
Here are the present tense conjugations: yo sintetizo, tú sintetizas, él/ella/usted sintetiza, nosotros/nosotras sintetizamos, vosotros/vosotras sintetizáis, ellos/ellas/ustedes sintetizan.

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