`Suelo` is the surface you walk on (floor, ground). `Piso` can also mean 'floor', but it's also used for an apartment or a level/story of a building. 'Vivo en el tercer piso' (I live on the third floor).

Suelo vs. Piso

A simple way to remember `suelo` is to think of it as the surface under your feet, whether you're inside a house or outside in a park.

Think 'Surface'

Extremely common. You'll hear and use this word daily for talking about the physical world.

Confusing 'usually do' with 'am used to'

To talk about what you usually do, use `soler` like a helper verb. Just put the main action verb right after it in its original '-ar', '-er', or '-ir' form. For example: `Suelo caminar` (I usually walk).

Your Go-To Verb for Habits

To talk about things you *used to* do, use the imperfect form: `solía`. For example: `Cuando era niño, solía jugar fútbol.` (When I was a kid, I used to play soccer.)

Talking About Past Habits

While you can say `Usualmente como a las dos` (I usually eat at two), using `Suelo comer a las dos` often sounds more natural and fluid to native Spanish speakers.

Sound More Natural

Extremely common in everyday conversation. This is the most natural way to talk about habits.

Learn the two meanings of 'suelo' in Spanish. Understand 'suelo' as floor/ground (noun) and 'suelo' from the verb 'soler' (I usually...). Includes full conjugation, examples, and usage tips.

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