Embraces Meaning in English

word · lemma: embrace

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Definition

Physically, to hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection. It can also mean to accept or welcome an idea, change, or situation willingly.

Usage & Nuances

'Embraces' can be emotional (hugging someone) or abstract (accepting ideas). In formal and informal speech; don't confuse with 'hug' (which only means physically). Common in 'embraces change', 'she embraces diversity', but less often for actual hugs in casual talk.

• Spanish: abraza - adopta (ideas)
• Portuguese (BR): abraça - adota (ideias)
• Portuguese (PT): abraça - adota (ideias)
• Chinese (Simplified): 拥抱 - 接受 (观念/思想)
• Chinese (Traditional): 擁抱 - 接受 (觀念/思想)
• Hindi: गले लगाता है - अपनाता है (विचार)
• Arabic: يحتضن - يتبنى (أفكار)
• Bengali: আলিঙ্গন করে - গ্রহণ করে
• Russian: обнимает - принимает
• Japanese: 抱きしめる - 受け入れる
• Vietnamese: ôm - đón nhận
• Korean: 껴안다 - 받아들이다
• Turkish: kucaklar - benimser
• Urdu: گلے لگانا - قبول کرنا
• Indonesian: memeluk - menerima

Example Sentences

She embraces her mother before leaving for school.

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He embraces new ideas with enthusiasm.

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The country embraces diversity.

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She always embraces a challenge.

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The team embraces change rather than fears it.

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After a long trip, she embraces her friends tightly.

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