This is the 6192nd most frequent Spanish word.
apelan
"Apelan" means "they appeal" in English.
In this sentence, 'apelan' is used to indicate that the students rely on or refer to their prior knowledge for support in solving the problem.
Los estudiantes apelan a sus conocimientos previos para resolver el problema.
The students appeal to their prior knowledge to solve the problem.
Here, 'apelan' is used in the context of formally contesting or challenging a judgment or decision within a legal framework.
Las compañías apelan la decisión del juez porque consideran que no fue justa.
The companies appeal the judge's decision because they consider it to be unjust.
In this instance, 'apelan' denotes an attempt by the artists to evoke or connect to the audience's emotions through creativity.