Confusing 'Adivina' and 'Adivine'

'Adivina' is the form used for 'he/she/it guesses' (present tense) AND the informal command 'Guess!' when talking to a friend (tú).

Dual Role of 'Adivina'

This verb is perfect for games and riddles. If you are playing Charades, you might say, '¿Quién adivina?' (Who guesses?)

Use for Games

Very common, especially in the phrase 'Adivina qué' (Guess what).

Remember to use 'adivina' for a woman who tells fortunes, and 'adivino' for a man.

Gender Distinction

While 'adivina' is correct, the word 'vidente' (seer/psychic) is often used more broadly for people with supposed special sight.

Formal vs. Common

Moderately common, used when discussing occult or supernatural topics.

Comprehensive guide to the Spanish word 'adivina,' covering its use as the verb form 'guesses' or the command 'guess,' and as the noun 'fortune teller' (female). Includes full conjugation of 'adivinar'.

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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