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Prestar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘prestar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Prestar’ mean? ‘Prestar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Prestar’ in Spanish To talk about lending or borrowing things To indicate disposition To describe other people’s reaction to something To describe that something is suited for a purpose Expressions & Idioms ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Doler in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Doler’ in Spanish: What does ‘Doler’ mean? ‘Doler’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Doler’ in Spanish Difference between doler and herir in Spanish Synonyms of ‘Doler’ in Spanish What does ‘Doler’ mean? In Spanish, ‘doler’ is a verb that expresses physical and emotional pain. As ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Devolver in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘devolver’ in Spanish: What does ‘Devolver’ mean? ‘Devolver’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Devolver’ in Spanish Expressing that someone is returning something Expressions & Idioms with ‘Devolver’ Synonyms of ‘Devolver’ in Spanish What does ‘Devolver’ mean? In Spanish, ‘devolver’ means ‘to return’, ‘to give back’, ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Meter in Spanish: Conjugations, Meaning & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘meter’ in Spanish: What does ‘Meter’ mean? ‘Meter’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Meter’ in Spanish To talk about putting something inside a place Expressing that someone is getting involved in a situation Talking about occupations Expressions & Idioms with ‘Meter’ Synonyms of ‘Meter’ in ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Cumplir in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘cumplir’ in Spanish: What does ‘Cumplir’ mean? ‘Cumplir’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Cumplir’ in Spanish To talk about fulfilling or complying something To talk about aging or anniversaries To talk about reaching a deadline Expressions & Idioms with ‘Cumplir’ Synonyms of ‘Cumplir’ in Spanish ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Romper in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘romper’ in Spanish: What does ‘Romper’ mean? ‘Romper’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Romper’ in Spanish Talking about breaking objects To describe injuries To talk about ending a romantic relationship Expressions & Idioms with ‘Romper’ Synonyms of ‘Romper’ in Spanish What does ‘Romper’ mean? In ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Doblar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘doblar’ in Spanish: What does ‘doblar’ mean? ‘Doblar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Doblar’ in Spanish Talking about bending or folding something To talk about doubling something Referring to translations or dubbing into another language Expressions & Idioms with ‘Doblar’ Synonyms of ‘Doblar’ in Spanish ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Cruzar in Spanish: Conjugation, Meaning & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘cruzar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Cruzar’ mean? ‘Cruzar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Cruzar’ in Spanish To say ‘to cross’ or ‘go through’  Expressing that you run into someone Expressions & Idioms with ‘Cruzar’ Synonyms of ‘Cruzar’ in Spanish What does ‘Cruzar’ mean? ‘Cruzar’ means ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Enseñar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘enseñar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Enseñar’ mean? ‘Enseñar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Enseñar’ in Spanish To talk about teaching a skill or a topic To describe that someone is showing something Expressions & Idioms with ‘Enseñar’ Synonyms of ‘Enseñar’ in Spanish What does ‘Enseñar’ ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Entrar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘entrar’ in Spanish: What does ‘entrar’ mean? ‘Entrar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Entrar’ in Spanish To say ‘to enter’ or ‘to get into’ Describing that someone or something fits into something Expressing feelings Expressions & Idioms with ‘Entrar’ Synonyms of ‘Entrar’ in Spanish What ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Detener in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Detener’ in Spanish: What does ‘Detener’ mean? ‘Detener’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Detener’ in Spanish Talking about stopping something or someone Talking about detaining or someone Expressions & Idioms with ‘Detener’ Synonyms of ‘Detener’ in Spanish What does ‘Detener’ mean? Definition – ‘Detener’ is ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Despedir in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Despedir’ in Spanish: What does ‘despedir’ mean? ‘Despedir’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Despedir’ in Spanish To describe that a person is saying goodbye To talk about dismissing an employee Expressing that a device is releasing substances  Synonyms of ‘Despedir’ in Spanish What does ‘Despedir’ ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Esperar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘esperar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Esperar’ mean? ‘Esperar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Esperar’ in Spanish Describing that a person is waiting for someone or something Talking about hopes and expectations Expressions & Idioms with ‘Esperar’ Synonyms of ‘Esperar’ in Spanish  What does ‘Esperar’ mean? ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Desear in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Desear’ in Spanish: What does ‘Desear’ mean? ‘Desear’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Desear’ in Spanish To talk about wishes and desires Expressions & Idioms with ‘Desear’ Synonyms of ‘Desear’ in Spanish What does ‘Desear’ mean? Definition – In Spanish, ‘desear’ is used to talk ... Read more

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Updated July 8, 2023

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Aprobar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Aprobar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Aprobar’ mean? ‘Aprobar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Aprobar’ in Spanish To say ‘to approve’ Talking about passing a course or test Expressions & Idioms with ‘Aprobar’ Synonyms of ‘Aprobar’ in Spanish What does ‘Aprobar’ mean? Definition – ‘Aprobar’ means ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Andar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Andar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Andar’ mean? ‘Andar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Andar’ in Spanish To say ‘to go’ or ‘to walk’ Describing that someone is going after someone or something Describing the actions that a person is performing Talking about feelings or states ... Read more

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Updated July 8, 2023

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Arreglar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘Arreglar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Arreglar’ mean? ‘Arreglar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Arreglar’ in Spanish Talking about fixing or resolving something Describing that someone is getting ready Talking about tidying up Expressions & Idioms with ‘Arreglar’ Synonyms of ‘Arreglar’ in Spanish What does ‘Arreglar’ ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Celebrar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for the verb ‘celebrar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Celebrar’ mean? ‘Celebrar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Celebrar’ in Spanish Showing happiness for a favorable result Talking about celebrating events Talking about celebrating or commemorating something Expressions & Idioms with ‘Celebrar’ Synonyms of ‘Celebrar’ in Spanish What ... Read more

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Updated November 11, 2021

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Contestar in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘contestar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Contestar’ mean? ‘Contestar’ Conjugations How to Use ‘Contestar’ in Spanish To say ‘to answer’ Expressing that someone replies in a bad way Expressions & Idioms with ‘Contestar’ Synonyms of ‘Contestar’ in Spanish What does ‘Contestar’ mean? Definition – ‘Contestar’ ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Competir in Spanish: Conjugations, Meanings & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘competir’ in Spanish: What does ‘Competir’ mean? Competir Conjugations How to Use ‘Competir’ in Spanish Expressing that two parts contend or compete for the same goal  Describing that someone takes part in a competition Synonyms of ‘Competir’ in Spanish What does ‘Competir’ mean? Definition ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Apagar in Spanish: Conjugation, Meaning & Uses

In this short guide, we will cover the following topics for ‘apagar’ in Spanish: What does ‘Apagar’ mean? Apagar Conjugations How to Use ‘Apagar’ in Spanish To ‘turn off’ an appliance, lights or other device. To say ‘to extinguish’, ‘to blow out’ or ‘to put out’ Expressions & Idioms with ‘Apagar’ Synonyms of ‘Apagar’ in ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Difference Between Reflexive & Non-Reflexive Verbs in Spanish

Guide Chapters In Spanish, reflexive verbs are formed from a regular or non-reflexive verb. For this reason, it’s easy to assume that there’s not a big difference between these types of verbs. But in order to use them correctly, you need to follow certain rules. As a result, many people wonder what’s the difference between ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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When & How to Use Reflexive Verbs in Spanish

Guide Chapters If you’re learning Spanish, you may have realized how important reflexive verbs are. Since these verbs are quite common in any type of conversation, many new and experienced learners wonder when and how to use reflexive verbs in Spanish.  Reflexive verbs are used to talk about actions that either people do to themselves ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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Spanish Reflexive Verbs: Rules, Examples & Tips

Spanish reflexive verbs play a significant role in your conversations. This type of verb is particularly important when describing daily routines and other personal actions. So, you must understand how and when to use reflexive verbs in Spanish.  In this guide, you’ll learn:  What Are Reflexive Verbs Non-reflexive verbs vs reflexive verbs Examples of Reflexive ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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How to Conjugate Reflexive Verbs in Spanish

Guide Chapters For a lot of Spanish learners, knowing how to conjugate reflexive verbs is a challenging topic since they also need to work with pronouns. Since these types of verbs are very common in Spanish conversations, many learners wonder how to conjugate reflexive verbs in Spanish.  To conjugate a reflexive verb, it is necessary ... Read more

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Updated January 31, 2025

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