Asking a 'duda'

'Duda' is the feeling of uncertainty you have inside your head. 'Pregunta' is the actual question you ask out loud to get information. If you raise your hand in class, you have a 'duda,' but you ask a 'pregunta'.

Duda vs. Pregunta

The phrase 'sin duda' (without a doubt) is a fantastic way to sound more fluent. You can use it at the beginning of a sentence to show you're very sure about what you're saying.

Expressing Certainty

Extremely common. You'll hear and use this word all the time when you're not sure about something or have a question.

Forgetting the Subjunctive

When you say you doubt something with 'dudar que', Spanish requires a special verb form (called the subjunctive) for what follows. For example: 'Dudo que venga' (I doubt that he will come). This form shows your uncertainty.

The 'Doubt' Trigger

'Dudar' can also mean 'to hesitate'. A very common and encouraging phrase is 'No dudes en preguntar,' which means 'Don't hesitate to ask.'

More than Just 'Doubt'

A common verb, especially in conversations about opinions, beliefs, and plans.

Learn the complete meaning of 'duda' in Spanish. Master its use as a noun ('doubt', 'question') and as a verb ('to doubt'), including full conjugations, examples, and common mistakes.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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