dirijo
“dirijo” means “I manage” in Spanish (running a business or project).
I manage, I lead
Also: I direct, I address
📝 In Action
Yo dirijo el departamento de ventas.
A2I manage the sales department.
Dirijo mis esfuerzos a terminar el proyecto hoy.
B1I am directing my efforts toward finishing the project today.
Me dirijo a usted para pedirle un favor.
B2I am addressing you to ask a favor.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
present
imperfect
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: dirijo
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How do you correctly spell the 'I' form of the verb 'dirigir' in the present tense?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'dirigere', which means 'to set straight' or 'to guide'. This is where we also get the English word 'direct'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'dirijo' only mean leading a company?
No, it can also mean leading a team, directing a movie, guiding someone to a location, or even addressing a letter.