declaro
“declaro” means “I declare” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
I declare
Also: I state, I testify
📝 In Action
Yo declaro inaugurada la exposición.
B1I declare the exhibition open.
Declaro ante el juez que no vi nada.
B2I testify before the judge that I saw nothing.
I report
Also: I declare
📝 In Action
Declaro todos mis ingresos anuales.
B2I report all my annual income.
¿Tiene algo que declarar?
A2Do you have anything to declare? (Standard customs question)
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Which sentence means 'I report my taxes'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'declarare', which literally means 'to make clear'. It combines 'de-' (completely) and 'clarare' (to make bright or clear).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'declaro' always formal?
Mostly, yes. In everyday conversation, people usually use 'digo' (I say). 'Declaro' is used for weddings, court, taxes, or making a big, dramatic announcement.
Can I use 'declaro' for 'I declare my love'?
Yes! In Spanish, 'declararse' is the common way to say someone confessed their romantic feelings to someone else.