When the verb is in its 'to...' form (infinitive), the pronoun 'lo' (meaning 'it') gets glued right onto the end, forming one word: 'manejarlo'.

Verb + Pronoun Combo

You can also put 'lo' before the conjugated verb: 'Lo quiero manejar' (I want to drive it). But when the verb is alone, like after 'poder' or 'querer,' attaching it to the infinitive ('manejarlo') is very common.

Placement is Key

Extremely common when talking about operating vehicles or machinery.

In 'manejarlo,' the 'lo' acts as a placeholder for a thing you already mentioned, like 'el coche' (the car), 'el presupuesto' (the budget), or even 'el estrés' (the stress).

The Meaning of 'Lo'

Sometimes 'lo' refers to a whole idea or situation, not just a physical thing. This is called the neuter use of 'lo,' and it translates simply as 'it' or 'the situation.'

Neuter 'Lo'

Think of 'manejar' as exercising control. Whether it's controlling a vehicle or controlling a difficult situation, the core meaning is the same: taking charge.

Focus on Control

Common in business, management, and describing how someone deals with a challenge.

Learn how to use the Spanish word 'manejarlo,' which means 'to drive it' or 'to manage/handle it.' Includes conjugation tips for this infinitive-pronoun combination.

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