adora
ah-DOH-rah
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Mi sobrina adora a su gato.
A1My niece adores her cat.
¿Usted adora el café fuerte?
A2Do you (formal) adore strong coffee?
La comunidad adora a ese artista por su humildad.
B1The community idolizes that artist because of his humility.
¡Adora a Dios con todo tu corazón! (This is the informal imperative form)
B1Adore God with all your heart!
💡 Grammar Points
Identifying 'Adora'
The word 'adora' can mean 'he/she/it adores' (third person) OR 'you adore' (formal 'usted' form) in the present tense. Context will tell you which one is correct.
The Personal 'A'
When 'adora' is followed by a person (or a beloved pet), you must use the word 'a' right before the person's name or title: 'Él adora a su esposa' (He adores his wife).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Forgetting the 'a'
Mistake: "Ella adora su madre."
Correction: Ella adora a su madre. (Remember to use 'a' before the person who receives the action of adoring.)
⭐ Usage Tips
More than just 'love'
'Adorar' often implies a deeper, more intense feeling than simple 'gustar' (to like) or even 'amar' (to love). Use it for passions or deep devotion.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: adora
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses the word 'adora' to talk about a person?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'adora' the only form of the verb 'adorar'?
No, 'adora' is just one form. It is the present tense conjugation for 'él, ella, usted' (he, she, formal you), and it is also the informal command ('tú' imperative) form.
When should I use 'adora' instead of 'ama' (loves)?
'Adora' implies a greater intensity of love or devotion, often bordering on worship or obsession. You might say 'Mi hijo adora los dinosaurios' (My son is obsessed with dinosaurs), but 'ama' is generally reserved for more balanced, deep human love.