Also means
to raise, to bring up
Usage Note
Educar covers both formal schooling and moral upbringing — educar a los hijos means 'to raise one's children well,' not just 'to school them.' The past participle educado doubles as an adjective meaning 'well-mannered': es muy educado means 'he is very polite,' a frequent false-friend trap for English speakers.
Examples
"Es importante educar a los niños en valores."
Natural Translation
It is important to educate children in values.
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