How is the word afilar translated from Spanish to English

English translation
Sharpen
verb

Sacar filo o punta a algo.

To make something have a sharper edge.

Examples with “afilar”

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  • Afila el lápiz, por favor. — Sharpen the pencil, please.

  • Necesito afilar estas tijeras antes de cortar. — I need to sharpen these scissors before cutting.

  • ¿Puedes afilar mis cuchillos mientras cocino? — Could you sharpen my knives while I cook?

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