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enlace

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈleɪs/

KK: /ɪnˈleɪs/

transitive verb
Definition

To twist or weave together, often in a way that connects or binds things.


Example

She decided to enlace the ribbons around the gift box for decoration.


Tense Forms

Past: enlaced

Past Participle: enlaced


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how she enlaced the ribbons on her gift?
Sloth B
Yes, it looked so beautiful and unique!
Sloth A
I want to try to enlace my decorations like that for the party.
Sloth B
You should! It will definitely make everything more special.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
intertwine
entwine
wrap
Antonyms
unravel
detach
release
Root Explanation

Enlace is derived from the Old French word 'enlacer', which means to entwine or embrace. The prefix 'en-' (meaning to cause to be) combined with 'lacer' (meaning to lace or bind) creates the meaning of binding or entwining together.

Memory Tip

Think of 'binding' ('lacer') something together and 'causing' it to be entwined ('en-'). This helps you remember that 'enlace' means to entwine or embrace.

Visually Confused Words
unlace
tenace
senlac
relace
menace
enrace
enface
elance
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