descubre
“descubre” means “discovers” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
discovers, finds outAlso: uncovers, reveals
📝 In Action
Ella descubre la solución al problema en el último minuto.
A2She discovers the solution to the problem at the last minute.
Usted descubre que hablar español es más fácil de lo que pensaba.
B1You (formal) find out that speaking Spanish is easier than you thought.
El museo descubre un nuevo mural antiguo.
B2The museum uncovers a new ancient mural.
Discover!, Find out!Also: Uncover!
📝 In Action
¡Descubre el mundo con tus propios ojos!
B1Discover the world with your own eyes!
Si tienes dudas, ¡descubre la respuesta en el libro!
A2If you have doubts, find out the answer in the book!
Descubre tu talento oculto.
B2Discover your hidden talent.
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: descubre
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'descubre' as a command?
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👥 Word Family
📚 Etymology
Formed from the prefix 'des-' (meaning 'un-' or 'reversal of an action') and the verb 'cubrir' (to cover). It literally means 'to uncover' or 'to un-cover.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (c. 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'descubre' mean two different things?
This happens often in Spanish! 'Descubre' is the specific form used both when you are talking about 'He/She/It/You (formal) discovers' (present tense statement) and when you are giving a friendly order, 'Discover!' (informal command).
Is the past participle 'descubierto' irregular?
Yes, it is! While the main verb 'descubrir' follows regular -ir patterns in most tenses, its past participle is 'descubierto' instead of the expected 'descubrido'. Remember this irregular form when forming perfect tenses.