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Mastering the Verb "Saber" (to know) in Spanish

The verb "Saber" is central in Spanish for expressing knowledge, information, or skills. It's an irregular verb and plays a vital role in various expressions related to knowledge and learning. This lesson will delve into the conjugation of "Saber," its usage in different contexts, and its importance in conveying understanding and awareness.

Conjugation

"Saber" is an irregular verb with unique conjugation patterns, essential for expressing knowledge or awareness.

Present Tense - Presente de Indicativo

• yo sé - I know
• tú sabes - you know (informal)
• él/ella/usted sabe - he/she/you (formal) know
• nosotros/nosotras sabemos - we know
• vosotros/vosotras sabéis - you all know (informal)
• ellos/ellas/ustedes saben - they/you all (formal) know

Past Tense - Pretérito Perfecto Simple

• yo supe - I knew
• tú supiste - you knew (informal)
• él/ella/usted supo - he/she/you (formal) knew
• nosotros/nosotras supimos - we knew
• vosotros/vosotras supisteis - you all knew (informal)
• ellos/ellas/ustedes supieron - they/you all (formal) knew

Future Tense - Futuro Simple

• yo sabré - I will know
• tú sabrás - you will know (informal)
• él/ella/usted sabrá - he/she/you (formal) will know
• nosotros/nosotras sabremos - we will know
• vosotros/vosotras sabréis - you all will know (informal)
• ellos/ellas/ustedes sabrán - they/you all (formal) will know

Subjunctive Mood

• yo sepa - I know (subjunctive)
• tú sepas - you know (subjunctive, informal)
• él/ella/usted sepa - he/she/you (formal) know (subjunctive)
• nosotros/nosotras sepamos - we know (subjunctive)
• vosotros/vosotras sepáis - you all know (subjunctive, informal)
• ellos/ellas/ustedes sepan - they/you all (formal) know (subjunctive)

Uses of the Verb "Saber"

"Saber" is used to express knowledge, skills, or information about something.

Expressing Knowledge

• Sé hablar español - I know how to speak Spanish

Indicating Awareness

• ¿Sabes quién viene hoy? - Do you know who is coming today?

Skills and Abilities

• Ella sabe cocinar muy bien - She knows how to cook very well

Examples of Use

This section provides practical examples of "Saber" in everyday conversation:

Asking and Giving Information

• No sé tu dirección - I don't know your address

Expressing Uncertainty

• No sabemos si vendrá - We don't know if he/she will come

Complete Quiz

Test your understanding of "Saber" with these questions.

• 1. Choose the correct form of "Saber" for: "Nosotros _____ la respuesta."

a) sabemos

b) sabéis

c) saben

• 2. Translate to Spanish: "Did you know about the party?"

a) ¿Supiste de la fiesta?

b) ¿Sabías de la fiesta?

c) ¿Sabrás de la fiesta?

Answers

1. a) sabemos

2. b) ¿Sabías de la fiesta?

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