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estimar Present Conjugation

estimarto estimate

B1regular -ar★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present tense of estimar is regular: estimo, estimas, estima, estimamos, estimáis, estiman.

estimar Present Forms

yoestimo
estimas
él/ella/ustedestima
nosotrosestimamos
vosotrosestimáis
ellos/ellas/ustedesestiman

When to Use the Present

Use the present tense to state current calculations, professional opinions, or general value assessments. It is common when giving a rough idea of costs or time in the moment.

Notes on estimar in the Present

Estimar is a completely regular -ar verb in the present indicative. There are no stem changes or spelling shifts.

Example Sentences

  • Yo estimo que el proyecto tardará tres meses.

    I estimate that the project will take three months.

    yo

  • ¿Cuánto estimas que cuesta este coche?

    How much do you estimate this car costs?

  • Ellos estiman los daños del huracán.

    They are estimating the hurricane damages.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using 'estimo' to mean 'I appreciate' in a casual way.

    Correct: Use 'querer' or 'apreciar' for people; 'estimar' is more formal or technical.

    Why: While estimar can mean to hold someone in high regard, it is much more formal than English 'like' or 'love'.

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