Concretizar

Concretizar is a Spanish verb meaning to make something concrete or explicit; to realize, implement, or materialize an idea, plan, or proposal. It refers to the act of turning abstract concepts into concrete, actionable terms or results.

Common uses include concretizar un objetivo (to turn an objective into concrete steps), concretizar un plan o una propuesta (to detail or implement a plan or proposal), and concretizar un acuerdo (to define or finalize terms of an agreement). It can also refer to giving precise details to a concept or project.

Connotation and nuance: The term emphasizes the transition from theory to practice, from generality to specificity, and from intention to execution. It is often used in business, project management, and planning contexts. Related verbs include realizar, materializar, llevar a cabo, and especificar. Antonyms are less common; one might contrast with teorizar (to theorize) or dejar en abstracto (to leave abstract).

Conjugation and forms: Concretizar is a regular -ar verb with the usual endings. The present indicative forms include yo concretizo, tú concretizas, él concretiza, nosotros concretizamos, vosotros concretizáis, ellos concretizan. Note that the yo form uses the -zco suffix (concretizo).

Etymology: Derived from Latin concretus, via Romance languages; the sense of making something solid or definite developed into modern usages of turning ideas into practice. A related noun is concreción or concreta, referring to the act or result of concretizing.