consigue
“consigue” means “gets” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
gets, achieves
Also: manages to
📝 In Action
Mi hermano siempre consigue entradas para el concierto.
A2My brother always gets tickets for the concert.
Si uno estudia, consigue buenas notas.
B1If one studies, one achieves good grades.
¿Cómo consigue usted mantenerse tan tranquilo?
B2How do you manage to stay so calm?
Get!, Achieve!
Also: Go get it!
📝 In Action
¡Consigue las llaves antes de salir!
A2Get the keys before leaving!
Si quieres ese trabajo, ¡consigue la experiencia necesaria!
B1If you want that job, achieve the necessary experience!
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: consigue
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'consigue' as an informal command?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *consequi*, which meant 'to follow' or 'to pursue.' The idea evolved from successfully following something until you catch it, leading to the current meaning of 'to obtain' or 'to achieve.'
First recorded: Around the 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the 'e' in 'conseguir' change to an 'i' in 'consigue'?
This is called a stem-changing verb pattern, specifically E>I. This change happens in the present tense forms (except 'nosotros' and 'vosotros') to maintain a specific sound pattern that Spanish speakers find natural.
Is 'consigue' more about effort or luck?
It can be both! If you say 'consigue un taxi,' it implies luck or finding something. If you say 'consigue la paz,' it strongly implies effort and achievement.