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consciente

/kon-syen-teh/

aware (of)

A young child with wide eyes, holding a magnifying glass and looking at a single, colorful flower, showing a moment of realization or understanding.

Use consciente when someone is aware of or understands something.

consciente(adjective)

m/fB1

aware (of)

?

having knowledge or understanding

,

conscious (of)

?

knowing a fact or situation

Also:

mindful (of)

?

paying attention to

📝 In Action

Soy consciente de que la situación es difícil.

B1

I am aware that the situation is difficult.

Debemos ser más conscientes del impacto ambiental.

B2

We must be more conscious of the environmental impact.

Ella no es consciente de lo mucho que la queremos.

B1

She is not aware of how much we love her.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • ser consciente de – to be aware of
  • tomar conciencia – to become aware/realize

💡 Grammar Points

Using 'de'

When you use 'consciente' to mean 'aware of something,' you almost always need the preposition 'de' (of) right after it, even if English doesn't use 'of'.

Gender Invariant

Since 'consciente' ends in '-e', it doesn't change based on whether the person is male or female. Just remember to add an 's' for plural: 'conscientes'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Forgetting 'de'

Mistake: "Soy consciente el problema."

Correction: Soy consciente del problema. (You must link 'consciente' to the thing you are aware of using 'de'.)

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal Tone

Using 'ser consciente' often sounds more formal or serious than simply saying 'saber' (to know). It suggests deeper reflection or realization.

A figure sitting upright in a comfortable chair, eyes wide open and alert, indicating wakefulness and being conscious.

Use consciente to describe someone who is conscious or awake.

consciente(adjective)

m/fB2

conscious

?

not unconscious; awake

,

alert

?

medically responsive

📝 In Action

Después del accidente, el conductor estaba consciente y podía hablar.

B2

After the accident, the driver was conscious and could speak.

Ella permaneció consciente a pesar del dolor.

C1

She remained conscious despite the pain.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • estar consciente – to be conscious/awake

💡 Grammar Points

Using 'Estar'

For this meaning (the physical state of being awake or responsive), you must use the verb 'estar' (to be in a temporary state), not 'ser'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: consciente

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'consciente' to mean 'aware of a fact'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use 'ser' or 'estar' with 'consciente'?

It depends on the meaning! Use 'SER' when you mean 'aware' or 'knowledgeable' (e.g., 'Soy consciente de mi responsabilidad'). Use 'ESTAR' when you mean 'awake' or 'not knocked out' (e.g., 'El paciente está consciente').

What is the difference between 'consciente' and 'conciencia'?

'Consciente' is an adjective meaning 'aware' or 'conscious.' 'Conciencia' is the noun, meaning 'awareness' or 'conscience' (your moral sense of right and wrong).