creerlo
“creerlo” means “to believe it” in Spanish (referring to a previous statement or concept).
to believe it
Also: to credit it
📝 In Action
Es difícil creerlo después de lo que pasó.
A2It is difficult to believe it after what happened.
Tienes que escuchar la historia para poder creerlo.
B1You have to listen to the story in order to believe it.
Aunque no parezca cierto, debes creerlo.
B2Even if it doesn't seem true, you must believe it.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: creerlo
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the conjugated form of 'creerlo'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The root verb 'creer' comes directly from the Latin word *credere*, meaning 'to trust' or 'to believe.' The addition of 'lo' is a standard way Spanish combines verbs with the little word 'it' that receives the action.
First recorded: 10th century (for the base verb *creer*)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'creerlo' the only form, or can I separate the parts?
You can separate the parts! 'Creerlo' is mandatory only when the verb is standing alone as the main action (like an affirmative command, ¡Créelo!). In all other cases, you can separate the parts and put 'lo' before the main conjugated verb, for example, 'Yo no lo creo' (I don't believe it).
Does 'lo' ever mean 'him'?
Yes, 'lo' can sometimes mean 'him' or refer to a specific masculine item that receives the action. However, when attached to a verb like 'creerlo,' it most often refers to a whole situation or idea, meaning 'to believe it.'