criar
to raise; to bring up (children)
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/kɾiˈaɾ/
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Cultural Note
In Hispanic culture, raising children is often a communal effort involving grandparents, aunts, and uncles. The saying 'para criar a un niño hace falta un pueblo' (it takes a village to raise a child) reflects this reality. 'Crianza' (upbringing) is a commonly discussed topic.
📝 Example Sentences
Mis abuelos me criaron en el campo.
My grandparents raised me in the countryside.
Criar a tres hijos sola no es fácil.
Raising three children alone is not easy.