Forgetting the Stem Change

The verb 'poder' doesn't just add endings; it changes its stem from 'poder-' to 'podr-' before adding the future endings (-ás, -é, -emos, etc.).

Irregular Future Stem

We use 'podrás' to talk about a potential action or ability that will happen later, in the future. It’s a definite statement about what 'tú' (you) will be capable of.

The Simple Future Tense

In casual speech, 'podrás' sometimes substitutes for 'vas a poder' (you are going to be able to), making the sentence quicker and more direct.

Shortened Option

Extremely common. Used constantly when discussing future actions, possibilities, or permission.

'Podrás' is the second-person singular future tense of the irregular Spanish verb 'poder' (to be able to), meaning 'you will be able to' or 'you can' in a future context. Learn its conjugation and usage here.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations