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impartir

to impart; to give (a course)

verb eem-pahr-TEER Rare

Usage Note

Impartir is a formal verb used almost exclusively for delivering instruction or justice: impartir clases ('to give/teach classes'), impartir justicia ('to administer justice'), impartir una conferencia ('to give a lecture'). In everyday speech dar clases is more natural; impartir signals institutional or academic register.

Examples

"El profesor imparte clases de historia los martes."

Natural Translation

The teacher gives history classes on Tuesdays.

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