Even though it ends in '-er', 'revólver' is a masculine noun, so you use 'el' (the) or 'un' (a) before it.

Masculine Noun

Note the accent mark on the 'o' (revÓlver). This means the stress falls on the second syllable, not the last one, which is unusual for words ending in -er.

Pronunciation Stress

The primary and most common use of this word, referring to the firearm.

Forgetting the Stem Change

In the present tense, the 'o' in the middle of the verb changes to 'ue' (revuelvo, revuelves) for most subjects, but not for 'nosotros' or 'vosotros' (revolvemos, revolvéis).

The O to UE Change

The past participle is 'revuelto,' which is often used as an adjective meaning 'mixed' or 'scrambled' (like 'huevos revueltos'—scrambled eggs).

Past Participle

Used to describe mixing, turning things over, or mentally considering something deeply. Less common than the noun.

Comprehensive dictionary entry for the Spanish word 'revólver,' covering its primary meaning as a masculine noun (revolver/handgun) and its use as an irregular verb meaning 'to stir' or 'to turn over.' Includes full conjugations.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

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indicative

future

conditional

imperfect

present

preterite

subjunctive

imperfect

present

imperative

negative

affirmative

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