considero

/kon-si-D EH -ro/

I consider

A thoughtful person sitting alone, holding their chin, with a bright lightbulb appearing above their head, symbolizing an emerging opinion.

When 'considero' means 'I consider,' it relates to holding an opinion or thinking deeply about something.

considero(Verb)

A2regular ar

I consider

I hold the opinion

Also:

I think

I believe

📝 In Action

Considero que la puntualidad es muy importante.

I consider that punctuality is very important.

Yo considero a mi jefe un buen líder.

I consider my boss a good leader.

Si considero que es necesario, te llamo mañana.

If I consider it necessary, I'll call you tomorrow.

Word Connections

Synonyms

creo (I believe)
opino (I give my opinion)

Common Collocations

Considero justo que... – I consider it fair that...
Considero importante... – I consider it important...

💡 Grammar Points

Expressing Opinion

When you use 'considero' to state a fact or your firm belief, the verb that follows usually stays in the normal present tense (the indicative mood). Example: 'Considero que tú eres inteligente.'

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal vs. Informal

'Considero' is slightly more formal or emphatic than just saying 'creo' (I believe) when expressing an opinion.

A friendly character evaluating two different items, an apple and a book, on a perfectly balanced scale.

Here, 'considero' means 'I take into account' or 'I evaluate,' like weighing different factors to make a decision.

considero(Verb)

B1regular ar

I take into account

I evaluate

Also:

I examine

I weigh up the pros and cons

📝 In Action

Antes de decidir, considero todos los puntos de vista.

Before deciding, I take all the points of view into account.

Considero seriamente tu propuesta de trabajo.

I am seriously considering your job proposal.

No considero el costo como el factor principal.

I don't consider cost as the main factor.

Word Connections

Synonyms

evalúo (I evaluate)
pienso (I think about)

❌ Common Pitfalls

Direct Translation Trap

Mistake: "Using 'considero' when you mean 'to look at' or 'to watch' (e.g., *'Considero la televisión'*)."

Correction: Use 'veo' or 'miro'. 'Considero' is for mental evaluation, not physical sight. Correct: *'Veo la televisión.'*

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

él/ella/ustedconsidera

yoconsidero

túconsideras

ellos/ellas/ustedesconsideran

nosotrosconsideramos

vosotrosconsideráis

imperfect

él/ella/ustedconsideraba

yoconsideraba

túconsiderabas

ellos/ellas/ustedesconsideraban

nosotrosconsiderábamos

vosotrosconsiderabais

preterite

él/ella/ustedconsideró

yoconsideré

túconsideraste

ellos/ellas/ustedesconsideraron

nosotrosconsideramos

vosotrosconsiderasteis

subjunctive

present

él/ella/ustedconsidere

yoconsidere

túconsideres

ellos/ellas/ustedesconsideren

nosotrosconsideremos

vosotrosconsideréis

imperfect

él/ella/ustedconsiderara / considerase

yoconsiderara / considerase

túconsideraras / considerases

ellos/ellas/ustedesconsideraran / considerasen

nosotrosconsideráramos / considerásemos

vosotrosconsiderarais / consideraseis

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✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: considero

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'considero' to mean 'I am evaluating the options'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

considerar(to consider (infinitive)) - verb

consideración(consideration) - noun

considerable(considerable (adjective)) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'considero' and 'creo'?

'Creo' (I believe) is generally used for simple beliefs or feelings (e.g., 'Creo que va a llover'). 'Considero' (I consider) often implies a more formal judgment, a thoughtful evaluation, or a structured opinion based on observation (e.g., 'Considero esta medida injusta').

Is 'considero' a regular verb?

Yes, 'considero' comes from the verb 'considerar,' which is a fully regular '-ar' verb. This means its endings follow the standard, predictable pattern in all tenses, making it easy to conjugate.