Realizar

Meaning: Actually means 'to carry out' or 'to achieve'. For realize (become aware), say darse cuenta.

Language: Spanish

Literally: realize

Category: Everyday

Origin: From real + -izar; Spanish kept 'make real/bring about'. Me he dado cuenta = I've realized.

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