Forgetting the Shape-Shift

This word, `entiendes`, is how you say 'you understand' to one person you know well, like a friend, a family member, or a classmate. It's the informal and most common way to talk to a peer.

The 'You' Form for Friends (tú)

The verb `entender` is a 'stem-changer'. This means the middle of the word changes shape in some forms. Notice how the 'e' in `entender` becomes 'ie' to make `entiendes`. This happens in several common verbs!

A 'Shape-Shifting' Verb (e -> ie)

Ending a sentence with '¿entiendes?' is a very natural way to check if the person you're talking to is following along. It's like saying '...you get it?' or '...makes sense?' in English.

A Quick Way to Check In

Extremely common. One of the first verbs learners use to communicate.

Learn the meaning of 'entiendes' (you understand) in Spanish. See full conjugations for the verb 'entender', examples, and usage tips for this common A1-level word.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

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