encarga
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Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Él encarga una tarta para la fiesta.
A2He orders a cake for the party.
La jefa le encarga el informe a Juan.
B1The boss entrusts the report to Juan.
Ella se encarga de organizar el viaje.
B1She is in charge of organizing the trip.
¡Encarga la pizza ahora, por favor!
A2Order the pizza now, please!
💡 Grammar Points
What does 'encarga' specifically mean?
This specific form 'encarga' is used for 'he', 'she', 'it', or 'you (formal)' in the present. It is also the command form you use with friends (tú).
Using it with 'Se'
When you see 'se encarga', it means the person is taking responsibility for something, like 'she is handling it'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't forget the 'de'
Mistake: "Él se encarga el proyecto."
Correction: Él se encarga DE el proyecto (del proyecto). Always use 'de' when saying someone is in charge of something.
⭐ Usage Tips
Ordering items
Use 'encarga' when you are requesting something that isn't ready yet, like a custom cake or a book that needs to be delivered.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: encarga
Question 1 of 2
If you want to say 'She takes care of the dog,' which is correct?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'encarga' different from 'pide'?
Yes. While both can mean 'to order,' 'encarga' usually implies the item needs to be prepared, held, or delivered specifically for you, whereas 'pide' is a general request for anything.
Can 'encarga' mean 'is pregnant'?
In some regions, the phrase 'encargar un bebé' is a common way to say a couple is 'expecting' or 'looking to have' a baby.