conste
“conste” means “to be clear” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to be clear, to be on the record
Also: to be evident
📝 In Action
Quiero que conste en el acta que me opongo a esta decisión.
B2I want it to be on the record that I oppose this decision.
Para que conste, yo no tuve nada que ver con el error.
B1For the record, I had nothing to do with the mistake.
for the record
Also: mind you, let it be known
📝 In Action
Yo no quería venir, ¡que conste!
A2I didn't want to come, for the record!
Que conste que yo te avisé con tiempo.
B1Let it be known that I warned you ahead of time.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Words that translate to "conste" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: conste
Question 1 of 1
If you want to tell someone 'For the record, I didn't do it,' which phrase would you use?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'constare', which meant 'to stand firm' or 'to exist'. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to mean 'to be recorded in a firm way'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'conste' a complete sentence?
Yes! You can simply say '¡Conste!' after someone makes a promise or a statement to mean 'I’m holding you to that' or 'Make sure that's noted!'
What is the difference between 'constar' and 'conste'?
'Constar' is the general name of the action (the infinitive), while 'conste' is a specific form used for formal requests, wishes, or to add emphasis.