WordponerseMeaningto become (temporary state)Part of speechverbPronunciationCourseSpanish (Latin America)LessonPronominal meaning changes (dormirse, irse)Usages of ponerseEl paciente se pone nervioso si el efecto se va pronto.The patient gets nervous if the effect goes away soon.El cirujano se pone nervioso si la anestesia no funciona.The surgeon gets nervous if the anesthesia does not work.