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case

KAH-seh/ˈka.se/

(that) I marry, (that) he/she/it marry, Marry

Also: get married
VerbA2regular ar
A person's hand sliding a golden wedding ring onto the ring finger of another person's hand.
infinitivecasar
gerundcasando
past Participlecasado

📝 In Action

Mi madre quiere que me case con un buen hombre.

A2

My mother wants me to marry a good man.

No creo que ella se case tan joven.

B1

I don't think she will marry so young.

Por favor, oficial, case a la pareja inmediatamente.

B2

Please, officer, marry the couple immediately. (Formal command)

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • unir (to unite)
  • contraer matrimonio (to contract marriage)

Antonyms

  • divorciarse (to divorce)

Common Collocations

  • casarse por la iglesia – to marry in church
  • casarse por lo civil – to have a civil wedding

(that) it matches, (that) it harmonizes

Also: (that) it fits, pair with
VerbB1regular ar
Two brightly colored puzzle pieces fitting together perfectly to form a solid connection.
infinitivecasar
gerundcasando
past Participlecasado

📝 In Action

Dudo que esta camisa case con ese pantalón.

B1

I doubt this shirt matches those pants.

El chef sugirió un vino que case perfectamente con el postre.

B2

The chef suggested a wine that pairs perfectly with the dessert.

Es crucial que el diseño case con la identidad de la marca.

C1

It is crucial that the design fits the brand's identity.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • combinar (to combine)
  • pegar (to go with (informal))

Antonyms

  • desentonar (to clash)

Common Collocations

  • casar colores – to match colors
  • casar sabores – to harmonize flavors

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

él/ella/ustedcasa
yocaso
túcasas
ellos/ellas/ustedescasan
nosotroscasamos
vosotroscasáis

imperfect

él/ella/ustedcasaba
yocasaba
túcasabas
ellos/ellas/ustedescasaban
nosotroscasábamos
vosotroscasabais

preterite

él/ella/ustedcasó
yocasé
túcasaste
ellos/ellas/ustedescasaron
nosotroscasamos
vosotroscasasteis

subjunctive

present

él/ella/ustedcase
yocase
túcases
ellos/ellas/ustedescasen
nosotroscasemos
vosotroscaséis

imperfect

él/ella/ustedcasara
yocasara
túcasaras
ellos/ellas/ustedescasaran
nosotroscasáramos
vosotroscasarais
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Words that translate to "case" in Spanish:

get married→marry→pair with→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: case

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses the form 'case' correctly to express a wish?

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📚 Etymology▼

The verb 'casar' (to marry) is generally thought to be derived from the Latin word *casa*, meaning 'house' or 'hut,' implying the action of establishing a new household or bringing someone into one's home. The meaning 'to match' is a more modern extension of the idea of 'joining' or 'fitting together.'

First recorded: 13th century (in its infinitive form)

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: casarCatalan: casar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does 'case' sound like 'casa' (house) in Spanish?

They are related! The verb 'casar' (to marry/join) comes from the same root as the noun 'casa' (house), reflecting the ancient idea of marriage being the act of starting a new household.

How do I know if 'case' means 'marry' or 'match'?

Context is key! If the sentence mentions people, weddings, or relationships, it means 'marry.' If it mentions colors, clothing, food, or general compatibility, it means 'match' or 'pair.'