How is the word empeñarse en translated from Spanish to English

English translation
Set heart on
phrase

Desear mucho algo o estar decidido a conseguirlo.

To want or be determined to have something very much.

Examples with “empeñarse en”

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  • Se ha empeñado en conseguir ese ascenso. — She has set her heart on getting that promotion.

  • ¿Te has hecho ilusiones con viajar este verano? — Have you set your heart on traveling this summer?

  • Me encapriché del vestido perfecto para la fiesta. — I set my heart on the perfect dress for the party.

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