🇬🇧🇪🇸 enforce - hacer cumplir : English Lesson
verb
Meaning of "enforce" ("hacer cumplir"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
To enforce something means to make people follow a rule, law, or decision, even if they don’t feel like it. When you enforce a rule, you don’t just say it—you also check that everyone is doing it, and there are consequences if they don’t. Teachers enforce classroom rules, police enforce the law, and parents enforce bedtime so things stay safe, fair, and organized.
Our teacher had to enforce the “no talking” rule, because our whispers were louder than a rock concert.
Our coach enforces practice rules, like “no chewing on the soccer ball,” which only existed because of me.
Our cat enforces the “pet me now” rule by sitting on whatever homework we’re doing.
The librarian enforces the quiet rule with a stare so powerful it turns giggles into whispers instantly.
The dentist enforces the “brush your teeth” rule by showing terrifying pictures of sugar monsters.
A park guard must enforce the quiet rule. When children shout, she blows a soft whistle to enforce silence. She points to bright signs to enforce the rule and gently moves toys to enforce a safe space near the pond. Parents nod; the kids grin and whisper. The guard smiles — she helped enforce peace.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.
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