The past participle ('-ado' or '-ido' form) of 'abrir' is irregular: it's 'abierto,' not 'abrido'. This form is used to create compound tenses (He abierto) or as an adjective (La tienda está abierta).

Abierto vs. Abrido

Use 'abrir' for turning on faucets or showers ('abrir el grifo/la llave'), which literally means 'opening the flow'.

Common Use with Tools

One of the most common verbs, used daily for physical actions.

When talking about setting up a bank account or launching a new service, 'abrir' is the standard verb.

Business Usage

Commonly used in business or formal settings when talking about starting something new.

Forgetting the 'se'

When 'abrir' is used to mean 'to confide' or 'to share feelings,' it must be used with a reflexive pronoun (me, te, se, etc.) and becomes 'abrirse'.

The Reflexive Form ('Abrirse')

Used in deeper conversations about emotions and personal relationships.

Comprehensive guide to the Spanish verb 'abrir,' covering its core meaning 'to open' (A1), its figurative use 'to start a business' (B1), and its reflexive form 'abrirse' meaning 'to confide' (B2). Includes full conjugations and usage tips.

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