Missing the Preposition

When saying what place or thing you escape *from*, always use the preposition 'de': 'escapar de la casa' (to escape from the house).

Using 'de' for Origin

Use 'escapar' when the main focus is the action of breaking free or fleeing, rather than just leaving casually.

Focus on Action

Very common, used frequently in everyday conversation and news contexts.

Forgetting the Indirect Object

To express that you accidentally forgot or missed something, use the reflexive form 'escaparse' (like 'olvidarse'). You say *se me escapó* (it escaped to me), not *yo escapé*.

Using 'Escaparse' Reflexively

This sense is primarily used to describe small, accidental occurrences, like forgetting a date, missing a minor detail, or having a sound or sigh come out unintentionally.

Accidental Forgetting

Common, often used in the reflexive form to mean something was forgotten or missed.

Learn how to use the Spanish verb 'escapar' (to escape, to flee, to slip one's mind). Includes full conjugation tables, examples for literal and figurative meanings, and usage tips.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations