obsequiaron

Obsequiaron is the third-person plural form of the Spanish verb obsequiar in the pretérito indefinido (preterite). It translates as "they gifted" or "they gave as a gift" and describes a completed past action in which gifts or tokens of courtesy were bestowed.

Etymology and meaning: Obsequiar comes from the noun obsequio, meaning gift or courtesy, which in turn derives from Latin obsequium (compliance, courtesy). The verb carries the sense of presenting something as a sign of goodwill, honor, or politeness.

Usage and nuance: Obsequiar is commonly used in formal, ceremonial, or diplomatic contexts, as well as in narrative to convey intentional generosity or a gesture of honor. It takes a direct object for what is given and may introduce the recipient with a or a + recipient: "obsequiaron regalos a los invitados." In everyday speech, so verbs like regalar or dar are more common, but obsequiar adds a nuance of courtesy or ceremony to the act of giving.

See also: obsequiar, obsequio, agasajar, regalar.