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In this lesson, we will explore the fascinating world of '''present tense verbs''' in Spanish. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense is crucial for effective communication, as it allows you to describe what you or others are doing right now. Whether you're talking about your daily routine, expressing opinions, or describing ongoing actions, mastering the present tense is the first step toward fluency.
We will cover:
* The importance of present tense verbs in everyday conversation.
* How to conjugate regular verbs.
* An introduction to irregular verbs.
* An overview of stem-changing verbs.


* Practice exercises to solidify your understanding.


Let's get started!


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Hola, estudiantes de español. En esta lección aprenderemos sobre los verbos en español. Los verbos son una parte fundamental del idioma, ya que nos permiten expresar acciones, estados de ánimo, deseos y pensamientos en el tiempo presente, pasado o futuro. En esta lección, nos centraremos en los verbos conjugados en el tiempo presente. ¡Vamos allá!
=== The Importance of Present Tense Verbs ===
 
The present tense in Spanish is equivalent to saying "I am eating," "she runs," or "they are studying" in English. It allows speakers to express current actions, habitual activities, and general truths. Since Spanish is a language rich in nuance, using the correct verb form can significantly change the meaning of your sentences.
 
Furthermore, mastering the present tense lays the groundwork for understanding more complex verb tenses in the future, such as the past and future tenses. As we journey through this lesson, keep in mind that practice is key to becoming fluent.
 
=== Regular Verbs ===
 
Regular verbs in Spanish follow specific patterns when conjugated. They are categorized based on their endings: -ar, -er, and -ir.  
 
==== Conjugation Patterns ====
 
Here’s how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense:
 
* '''-AR Verbs''': To conjugate regular -ar verbs, remove the -ar ending and add the appropriate endings.
 
* '''-ER Verbs''': Remove the -er ending and add the appropriate endings.
 
* '''-IR Verbs''': Remove the -ir ending and add the appropriate endings.
 
The endings for each type of verb are as follows:
 
|| Person || -AR Verbs || -ER Verbs || -IR Verbs ||
 
|-
 
| 1st Singular (yo)      || -o        || -o        || -o        |
 
| 2nd Singular (tú)      || -as      || -es      || -es      |
 
| 3rd Singular (él/ella/usted) || -a        || -e        || -e        |
 
| 1st Plural (nosotros/nosotras) || -amos    || -emos    || -imos    |
 
| 2nd Plural (vosotros/vosotras) || -áis      || -éis      || -ís      |
 
| 3rd Plural (ellos/ellas/ustedes) || -an      || -en     || -en     |
 
==== Examples of Regular Verbs ====
 
Let's look at some examples of regular verbs in action:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Spanish !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| hablar (to talk)      || ah-BLAR  || to talk 
 
|-
 
| como (I eat)        || KOH-moh  || I eat 
 
|-
 
| vivimos (we live)    || vee-VEE-mohs || we live 
 
|-
 
| estudias (you study) || es-TOO-dyahs || you study 
 
|-
 
| bailan (they dance)  || BY-lahn  || they dance 
 
|}
 
=== Irregular Verbs ===


== Conjugación de verbos regulares en el presente ==
Irregular verbs do not follow the standard conjugation patterns. They can be a bit tricky, but with practice, you will learn to recognize them.  
Antes de empezar a aprender cómo conjugar los verbos regulares en el presente, debemos tener en cuenta que los verbos son las palabras que cambian más en el idioma español. Afortunadamente, los verbos regulares siguen un patrón establecido que nos facilita la tarea de conjugarlos en el tiempo presente.  


Para conjugar los verbos regulares en el presente, simplemente debemos eliminar la terminación "-ar", "-er" o "-ir" y agregar las terminaciones adecuadas ("-o", "-es", "-e", "-emos", "-éis" o "-en").
==== Common Irregular Verbs ====


Por ejemplo, la conjugación del verbo "hablar" (to speak) en el tiempo presente es la siguiente:
Here are some common irregular verbs and their present tense conjugations:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Spanish !! Pronunciation !! English
! Spanish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| ser (to be)            || ser      || to be 
|-
| tener (to have)      || teh-NER  || to have 
|-
|-
| Hablo || [a'βlo] || I speak
 
| ir (to go)          || eer      || to go 
 
|-
|-
| Hablas || ['aβlas] || You speak (informal)
 
| hacer (to do/make)  || ah-SER    || to do/make 
 
|-
|-
| Habla || ['aβla] || He/She/It speaks
 
| poder (to be able)  || poh-DER  || to be able 
 
|}
 
==== Examples of Irregular Verbs ====
 
Look at these sentences using irregular verbs:
 
* '''Yo soy estudiante.''' (I am a student.)
 
* '''Tú tienes un perro.''' (You have a dog.)
 
* '''Ella va al cine.''' (She goes to the cinema.)
 
* '''Nosotros hacemos la tarea.''' (We do the homework.)
 
* '''Ellos pueden jugar.''' (They can play.)
 
=== Stem-Changing Verbs ===
 
Stem-changing verbs are a special category of irregular verbs that undergo a change in the stem vowel when conjugated. The changes can be classified into three main types:
 
1. '''e → ie'''
 
2. '''o → ue'''
 
3. '''e → i'''
 
==== Examples of Stem-Changing Verbs ====
 
Here are some stem-changing verbs and their present tense conjugations:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Spanish !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| Hablamos || [a'βlamos] || We speak
 
| empezar (to begin)    || em-PEH-sar || to begin 
 
|-
|-
| Habláis || [a'βlajs] || You speak (plural/familiar)
 
| volver (to return)    || vol-VER    || to return 
 
|-
|-
| Hablan || ['aβlan] || They speak
 
| pedir (to ask/request) || peh-DEER  || to ask/request 
 
|}
|}


Aquí están algunos ejemplos más:
Let's see them in sentences:
 
* '''Yo empiezo a trabajar.''' (I begin to work.)
 
* '''Tú vuelves a casa.''' (You return home.)
 
* '''Ellos piden ayuda.''' (They ask for help.)
 
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that we have covered the basics of present tense verbs—regular, irregular, and stem-changing—it's time to practice! Below are exercises designed to help you apply what you have learned.
 
1. '''Conjugate the following regular -ar verbs:'''
 
* bailar (to dance)
 
* estudiar (to study)
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Yo bailo
 
* Tú bailas
 
* Él/Ella/Usted baila
 
* Nosotros/Nosotras bailamos
 
* Vosotros/Vosotras bailáis
 
* Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes bailan
 
2. '''Conjugate the following regular -er verbs:'''
 
* comer (to eat)
 
* aprender (to learn)
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Yo como
 
* Tú comes
 
* Él/Ella/Usted come
 
* Nosotros/Nosotras comemos
 
* Vosotros/Vosotras coméis
 
* Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes comen
 
3. '''Conjugate the following irregular verbs:'''
 
* ser (to be)
 
* tener (to have)
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Yo soy
 
* Tú eres
 
* Él/Ella/Usted es
 
* Nosotros/Nosotras somos
 
* Vosotros/Vosotras sois
 
* Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes son
 
* Yo tengo
 
* Tú tienes
 
* Él/Ella/Usted tiene
 
* Nosotros/Nosotras tenemos
 
* Vosotros/Vosotras tenéis
 
* Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes tienen
 
4. '''Conjugate the following stem-changing verbs:'''
 
* jugar (to play)
 
* entender (to understand)
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Yo juego
 
* Tú juegas
 
* Él/Ella/Usted juega
 
* Nosotros/Nosotras jugamos
 
* Vosotros/Vosotras jugáis
 
* Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes juegan
 
* Yo entiendo
 
* Tú entiendes
 
* Él/Ella/Usted entiende
 
* Nosotros/Nosotras entendemos
 
* Vosotros/Vosotras entendéis
 
* Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes entienden
 
5. '''Translate the following sentences into Spanish:'''
 
* I eat bread. (comer)
 
* They study math. (estudiar)
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Yo como pan.
 
* Ellos estudian matemáticas.
 
6. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb:'''
 
* Yo ___ (hablar) español.
 
* Ella ___ (tener) un gato.
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Yo hablo español.
 
* Ella tiene un gato.
 
7. '''Choose the correct verb form:'''
 
* Tú ___ (ir) al mercado.
 
* Ellos ___ (hacer) la tarea.
 
'''Solution:'''
 
* Tú vas al mercado.
 
* Ellos hacen la tarea.
 
8. '''Match the Spanish sentences with their English translations:'''
 
* A. Nosotros comemos pizza.
 
* B. Ellas estudian en la biblioteca.
 
'''Solution:'''


* Bailar (to dance): bail-o, bail-as, bail-a, bail-amos, bail-áis, bail-an
* A matches with "We eat pizza."
* Comer (to eat): com-o, com-es, com-e, com-emos, com-éis, com-en
* Vivir (to live): viv-o, viv-es, viv-e, viv-imos, viv-ís, viv-en


Es importante practicar la conjugación de verbos regulares en el presente para asegurarnos de que estamos haciéndolo de manera correcta.
* B matches with "They study in the library."


== Conjugación de verbos irregulares en el presente ==
9. '''Conjugate the following verbs in the first person:'''
Además de los verbos regulares, existen también los verbos irregulares que no siguen el patrón establecido para la conjugación en el tiempo presente. A continuación, se presentan algunos ejemplos de verbos irregulares y su conjugación en el tiempo presente:


* Ser (to be): soy, eres, es, somos, sois, son
* vivir (to live)
* Estar (to be): estoy, estás, está, estamos, estáis, están
* Ir (to go): voy, vas, va, vamos, vais, van
* Tener (to have): tengo, tienes, tiene, tenemos, tenéis, tienen
* Venir (to come): vengo, vienes, viene, venimos, venís, vienen
* Decir (to say): digo, dices, dice, decimos, decís, dicen
* Hacer (to do/make): hago, haces, hace, hacemos, hacéis, hacen
* Poder (to be able to): puedo, puedes, puede, podemos, podéis, pueden
* Querer (to want/love): quiero, quieres, quiere, queremos, queréis, quieren
* Saber (to know): sé, sabes, sabe, sabemos, sabéis, saben


Estos verbos son muy comunes en el idioma español y es importante aprender su conjugación en el tiempo presente para poder comunicarse efectivamente en situaciones cotidianas.
* correr (to run)


== Conjugación de verbos con cambios de raíz en el presente ==
'''Solution:'''
Además de los verbos regulares e irregulares, existen también los verbos con cambios de raíz en el presente. En estos verbos, la raíz de la palabra cambia en lugar de agregar las terminaciones regulares. A continuación se presentan algunos ejemplos:


* Empezar (to start): empiezo, empiezas, empieza, empezamos, empezáis, empiezan
* Yo vivo.
* Entender (to understand): entiendo, entiendes, entiende, entendemos, entendéis, entienden
* Pedir (to ask for): pido, pides, pide, pedimos, pedís, piden
* Dormir (to sleep): duermo, duermes, duerme, dormimos, dormís, duermen
* Jugar (to play): juego, juegas, juega, jugamos, jugáis, juegan


Es importante tener en cuenta que la conjugación de estos verbos con cambios de raíz no sigue un patrón establecido y se deben aprender cada uno de forma individual.
* Yo corro.


== Usos del presente en español ==
10. '''Practice writing sentences using the following verbs:'''
El tiempo presente en español se utiliza para expresar lo que está sucediendo en el momento actual, como también para describir situaciones habituales o permanentes. Por ejemplo, se utiliza el presente para hablar de:


* Acciones habituales: "Cada mañana tomo un café" (Every morning I have a coffee)
* bailar (to dance)
* Situaciones permanentes: "La casa es grande" (The house is big)
* Situaciones actuales: "Estoy hablando por teléfono" (I am talking on the phone)


También se puede utilizar el presente para expresar acciones que tomarán lugar en el futuro cercano: "Mañana viajo a Madrid" (Tomorrow I am traveling to Madrid).
* leer (to read)


Es importante tener en cuenta que, aunque el presente en español tiene varios usos, no se utiliza para hablar de acciones que ocurrieron en el pasado. Para eso, se utilizan los tiempos verbales pasado o pretérito.
'''Example Solutions:'''


== Práctica ==
* Yo bailo en la fiesta. (I dance at the party.)
¡Es hora de practicar! Aquí están algunos ejercicios para ayudar a reforzar lo aprendido:


# Conjugue los siguientes verbos en el presente: "tomar", "beber", "escribir", "leer", "abrir"
* Tú lees un libro. (You read a book.)
# Complete las siguientes oraciones utilizando el tiempo presente: "Cada mañana yo ____ (tomar) un café en mi casa"; "Mi hermana y yo ____ (estudiar) en la universidad"; "Ahora mismo, yo ____ (escuchar) música en mi teléfono"
# Investigue 3 verbos irregulares más y practique la conjugación en el presente.


¡Buena suerte y a practicar!
As you practice these exercises, remember that consistency is key. Regularly revisiting these concepts will help solidify your understanding and improve your fluency in Spanish!


== Fuentes ==
In summary, we have thoroughly explored the realm of present tense verbs, including how to conjugate regular, irregular, and stem-changing verbs. With practice and engagement with the language, you will find yourself using these verbs with greater ease in conversation.
* [https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiempo_verbal#Presente Wikipedia - Tiempo Verbal - Presente]
* [https://www.spanish.cl/Grammar/Notes/Verbos_Presente.htm Spanish.cl - Verbos Presente]


Now that you have a solid foundation in present tense verbs, you're one step closer to mastering the Spanish language. Keep practicing, and don’t hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher.


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==Related Lessons==
 
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* [https://www.fluentu.com/blog/spanish/spanish-present-tense-endings-conjugations/ Mastering the Spanish Present Tense: A Beginner's Guide | FluentU ...]
* [https://www.spanish.cl/grammar-rules/present-tense.htm Present Tense in Spanish - Spanish Verb Conjugation Rules]
* [https://www.gymglish.com/en/hotel-borbollon/spanish-grammar/regular-verbs-in-the-present-tense Regular verbs in the present tense - Spanish Grammar | Hotel ...]
 
 
 
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* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/The-Spanish-Alphabet-and-Pronunciation|The Spanish Alphabet and Pronunciation]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/The-Spanish-Alphabet-and-Pronunciation|The Spanish Alphabet and Pronunciation]]
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* [https://www.spanish.cl/grammar-rules/present-tense.htm Present Tense in Spanish - Spanish Verb Conjugation Rules]
* [https://www.gymglish.com/en/hotel-borbollon/spanish-grammar/regular-verbs-in-the-present-tense Regular verbs in the present tense - Spanish Grammar | Hotel ...]


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Spanish → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Present Tense Verbs

In this lesson, we will explore the fascinating world of present tense verbs in Spanish. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense is crucial for effective communication, as it allows you to describe what you or others are doing right now. Whether you're talking about your daily routine, expressing opinions, or describing ongoing actions, mastering the present tense is the first step toward fluency.

We will cover:

  • The importance of present tense verbs in everyday conversation.
  • How to conjugate regular verbs.
  • An introduction to irregular verbs.
  • An overview of stem-changing verbs.
  • Practice exercises to solidify your understanding.

Let's get started!

The Importance of Present Tense Verbs[edit | edit source]

The present tense in Spanish is equivalent to saying "I am eating," "she runs," or "they are studying" in English. It allows speakers to express current actions, habitual activities, and general truths. Since Spanish is a language rich in nuance, using the correct verb form can significantly change the meaning of your sentences.

Furthermore, mastering the present tense lays the groundwork for understanding more complex verb tenses in the future, such as the past and future tenses. As we journey through this lesson, keep in mind that practice is key to becoming fluent.

Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Regular verbs in Spanish follow specific patterns when conjugated. They are categorized based on their endings: -ar, -er, and -ir.

Conjugation Patterns[edit | edit source]

Here’s how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense:

  • -AR Verbs: To conjugate regular -ar verbs, remove the -ar ending and add the appropriate endings.
  • -ER Verbs: Remove the -er ending and add the appropriate endings.
  • -IR Verbs: Remove the -ir ending and add the appropriate endings.

The endings for each type of verb are as follows:

|| Person || -AR Verbs || -ER Verbs || -IR Verbs ||

|-

| 1st Singular (yo) || -o || -o || -o |

| 2nd Singular (tú) || -as || -es || -es |

| 3rd Singular (él/ella/usted) || -a || -e || -e |

| 1st Plural (nosotros/nosotras) || -amos || -emos || -imos |

| 2nd Plural (vosotros/vosotras) || -áis || -éis || -ís |

| 3rd Plural (ellos/ellas/ustedes) || -an || -en || -en |

Examples of Regular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Let's look at some examples of regular verbs in action:

Spanish Pronunciation English
hablar (to talk) ah-BLAR to talk
como (I eat) KOH-moh I eat
vivimos (we live) vee-VEE-mohs we live
estudias (you study) es-TOO-dyahs you study
bailan (they dance) BY-lahn they dance

Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Irregular verbs do not follow the standard conjugation patterns. They can be a bit tricky, but with practice, you will learn to recognize them.

Common Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Here are some common irregular verbs and their present tense conjugations:

Spanish Pronunciation English
ser (to be) ser to be
tener (to have) teh-NER to have
ir (to go) eer to go
hacer (to do/make) ah-SER to do/make
poder (to be able) poh-DER to be able

Examples of Irregular Verbs[edit | edit source]

Look at these sentences using irregular verbs:

  • Yo soy estudiante. (I am a student.)
  • Tú tienes un perro. (You have a dog.)
  • Ella va al cine. (She goes to the cinema.)
  • Nosotros hacemos la tarea. (We do the homework.)
  • Ellos pueden jugar. (They can play.)

Stem-Changing Verbs[edit | edit source]

Stem-changing verbs are a special category of irregular verbs that undergo a change in the stem vowel when conjugated. The changes can be classified into three main types:

1. e → ie

2. o → ue

3. e → i

Examples of Stem-Changing Verbs[edit | edit source]

Here are some stem-changing verbs and their present tense conjugations:

Spanish Pronunciation English
empezar (to begin) em-PEH-sar to begin
volver (to return) vol-VER to return
pedir (to ask/request) peh-DEER to ask/request

Let's see them in sentences:

  • Yo empiezo a trabajar. (I begin to work.)
  • Tú vuelves a casa. (You return home.)
  • Ellos piden ayuda. (They ask for help.)

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we have covered the basics of present tense verbs—regular, irregular, and stem-changing—it's time to practice! Below are exercises designed to help you apply what you have learned.

1. Conjugate the following regular -ar verbs:

  • bailar (to dance)
  • estudiar (to study)

Solution:

  • Yo bailo
  • Tú bailas
  • Él/Ella/Usted baila
  • Nosotros/Nosotras bailamos
  • Vosotros/Vosotras bailáis
  • Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes bailan

2. Conjugate the following regular -er verbs:

  • comer (to eat)
  • aprender (to learn)

Solution:

  • Yo como
  • Tú comes
  • Él/Ella/Usted come
  • Nosotros/Nosotras comemos
  • Vosotros/Vosotras coméis
  • Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes comen

3. Conjugate the following irregular verbs:

  • ser (to be)
  • tener (to have)

Solution:

  • Yo soy
  • Tú eres
  • Él/Ella/Usted es
  • Nosotros/Nosotras somos
  • Vosotros/Vosotras sois
  • Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes son
  • Yo tengo
  • Tú tienes
  • Él/Ella/Usted tiene
  • Nosotros/Nosotras tenemos
  • Vosotros/Vosotras tenéis
  • Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes tienen

4. Conjugate the following stem-changing verbs:

  • jugar (to play)
  • entender (to understand)

Solution:

  • Yo juego
  • Tú juegas
  • Él/Ella/Usted juega
  • Nosotros/Nosotras jugamos
  • Vosotros/Vosotras jugáis
  • Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes juegan
  • Yo entiendo
  • Tú entiendes
  • Él/Ella/Usted entiende
  • Nosotros/Nosotras entendemos
  • Vosotros/Vosotras entendéis
  • Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes entienden

5. Translate the following sentences into Spanish:

  • I eat bread. (comer)
  • They study math. (estudiar)

Solution:

  • Yo como pan.
  • Ellos estudian matemáticas.

6. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb:

  • Yo ___ (hablar) español.
  • Ella ___ (tener) un gato.

Solution:

  • Yo hablo español.
  • Ella tiene un gato.

7. Choose the correct verb form:

  • Tú ___ (ir) al mercado.
  • Ellos ___ (hacer) la tarea.

Solution:

  • Tú vas al mercado.
  • Ellos hacen la tarea.

8. Match the Spanish sentences with their English translations:

  • A. Nosotros comemos pizza.
  • B. Ellas estudian en la biblioteca.

Solution:

  • A matches with "We eat pizza."
  • B matches with "They study in the library."

9. Conjugate the following verbs in the first person:

  • vivir (to live)
  • correr (to run)

Solution:

  • Yo vivo.
  • Yo corro.

10. Practice writing sentences using the following verbs:

  • bailar (to dance)
  • leer (to read)

Example Solutions:

  • Yo bailo en la fiesta. (I dance at the party.)
  • Tú lees un libro. (You read a book.)

As you practice these exercises, remember that consistency is key. Regularly revisiting these concepts will help solidify your understanding and improve your fluency in Spanish!

In summary, we have thoroughly explored the realm of present tense verbs, including how to conjugate regular, irregular, and stem-changing verbs. With practice and engagement with the language, you will find yourself using these verbs with greater ease in conversation.

Now that you have a solid foundation in present tense verbs, you're one step closer to mastering the Spanish language. Keep practicing, and don’t hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher.

Table of Contents - Spanish Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Spanish


Verbs


Adjectives


Pronouns


Common Words and Phrases


Food and Drink


Travel and Directions


Spanish-Speaking Countries


Celebrations and Festivals


Hispanic Heritage Month

Videos[edit | edit source]

Spanish Present Tense | Basic Spanish 101 - YouTube[edit | edit source]

How to form Spanish Verbs in the Present Tense //AR //ER //IR ...[edit | edit source]

Spanish Present Tense of Verbs (ar, er, ir verbs) | Spanish Grammar ...[edit | edit source]

Spanish Verbs Conjugation in the present tense - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Spanish Verbs and Tenses: Present Tense - YouTube[edit | edit source]


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