means

US /miːnz/
UK /miːnz/
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1.

medio, forma

a method, course of action, or instrument by which something can be accomplished

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He achieved his goals by fair means.
Él logró sus metas por medios justos.
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The internet is a powerful means of communication.
Internet es un poderoso medio de comunicación.
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methodwaymodeprocessinstrument
2.

medios, recursos

money or other resources that a person or group has

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They live within their means.
Viven dentro de sus posibilidades.
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He doesn't have the means to buy a new car.
No tiene los medios para comprar un coche nuevo.
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resourcesfundsincomewealthcapital
1.

significar, querer decir

to convey, show, or signify (something)

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What do you mean by that?
¿Qué quieres decir con eso?
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The red light means stop.
La luz roja significa detenerse.
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signifydenoteimplyindicateexpress
2.

tener la intención de, proponerse

to intend (something) to occur or be done

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I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
No quise herir tus sentimientos.
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He means to finish the project by Friday.
Él tiene la intención de terminar el proyecto para el viernes.
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intendplanaimproposedesign
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