presionar

to press

verb preh-syoh-NAHR Less Common

Also means

to put pressure on

Usage Note

Presionar is a regular -ar verb. It means to press a button (presionar el botón) and also to pressure someone into doing something (me presionaron para firmar). The noun presión (pressure) is the base, and the two words are used together frequently. Distinct from apretar (to squeeze or tighten), which implies more physical force or tightness.

Examples

"No me presiones para tomar una decisión."

Natural Translation

Don't pressure me into making a decision.

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