'Prueba' vs. 'Examen'

Even though it ends in '-as', this word is the plural of 'la prueba', which is a feminine word. So you'll always use feminine words like 'las' or 'unas' with it: 'las pruebas difíciles' (the difficult tests).

Always Feminine

Remember that 'pruebas' isn't just for school subjects. You can have 'pruebas de atletismo' (track and field trials) or 'pruebas de sonido' (sound checks).

More than just school

Extremely common, especially in school or academic settings. One of the first words you'll learn for talking about school.

In English, 'evidence' and 'proof' are often uncountable. In Spanish, 'prueba' is countable. You can have 'una prueba' (one piece of evidence) or 'muchas pruebas' (a lot of evidence).

Singular vs. Plural

Very common in news, legal contexts, or any situation where someone needs to prove something.

Mixing up 'probar' and 'intentar'

The verb 'probar' changes its spelling in the present tense. The 'o' becomes a 'ue' for most forms (yo, tú, él, ellos). Notice how 'nosotros' and 'vosotros' stay normal ('probamos'). This pattern looks like a boot or a shoe, which can help you remember it!

The 'Boot' Verb Change (o → ue)

A core, everyday verb. This specific form is used when talking directly to one person you know well (the 'tú' form).

Learn the complete meaning of 'pruebas' in Spanish. Understand its use as a noun for 'tests' and 'proof', and as a verb form of 'probar' (to try). Includes full conjugations, examples, and common mistakes.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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