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desamparar
/desamˈpaɾaɾ/
to abandon or leave someone helpless
El gobierno decidió desamparar a los refugiados.
The government decided to abandon the refugees.
general
To leave someone without support or protection, often in a helpless or vulnerable state.
La madre desamparó a su hijo cuando se mudó a otra ciudad.
The mother abandoned her son when she moved to another city.
El estado no debe desamparar a sus ciudadanos en tiempos de crisis.
The state should not abandon its citizens in times of crisis.
This verb is often used in legal, social, or emotional contexts to describe neglect or abandonment.
Collocations
desamparar a alguiento abandon someonequedar desamparadoto be left helpless
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Contextual Use
Use 'desamparar' when referring to situations where someone is left without help or protection, especially in formal or serious contexts.
Gold Rule
Formal Context
This verb is more commonly used in formal or written language, such as legal documents or serious discussions about social issues.
Word Origin
From the prefix 'des-' (meaning 'without') and 'amparar' (to protect or shelter), indicating the act of removing protection.
Usage Notes
This verb is often used in formal or serious contexts, such as legal or social issues, rather than casual conversation.
Word Breakdown
des-
without
prefixamparar
to protect or shelter
rootDiccionario Español-Inglés