descubrí
“descubrí” means “I discovered” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
I discovered, I found out
Also: I realized
📝 In Action
Ayer, por fin, descubrí la verdad sobre el robo.
A2Yesterday, finally, I discovered the truth about the robbery.
Descubrí un café muy bueno cerca de mi oficina.
A1I discovered a very good cafe near my office.
Cuando viajé a Perú, descubrí que me encanta la comida andina.
B1When I traveled to Peru, I found out that I love Andean food.
I uncovered, I revealed
Also: I exposed
📝 In Action
Descubrí el cuadro quitando la sábana que lo cubría.
B1I uncovered the painting by removing the sheet that covered it.
Al llegar, descubrí mi cabeza en señal de respeto.
B2Upon arrival, I uncovered my head (took off my hat) as a sign of respect.
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Present Subjunctive
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Words that translate to "descubrí" in Spanish:
i discovered→i exposed→i realized→i revealed→i uncovered→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: descubrí
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Which English sentence correctly translates the meaning of 'Descubrí que era alérgico al maní'?
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'Descubrir' comes from the Latin prefix 'dis-' (meaning 'un-' or 'apart') combined with the verb 'cooperire' (meaning 'to cover'). So, the word literally means 'to un-cover' or 'to take the cover off,' which perfectly explains both its physical and figurative meanings.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'descubrí' have an accent mark?
The accent mark on the 'i' is essential because it tells you two things: first, that the word is stressed on the last syllable, and second, that it is the 'yo' (I) form of the simple past tense, indicating a completed action.
What is the difference between 'descubrí' and 'encontré'?
Both mean 'I found.' 'Descubrí' is often used for finding something new, unexpected, or realizing a piece of information (like a secret or a new passion). 'Encontré' is more general and often means 'I located' something you were looking for.