enseño
/en-SEH-nyo/
I teach
Visualizing 'I teach': The image shows someone imparting knowledge to a student.
📝 In Action
Yo enseño matemáticas en la universidad.
A1I teach math at the university.
¿Qué enseño a mis estudiantes hoy?
A2What am I teaching my students today?
Enseño a mi hijo a montar en bicicleta.
B1I teach my son how to ride a bike.
💡 Grammar Points
Dual Objects
When you teach someone (the person, indirect object) something (the skill/subject, direct object), you can use both. Example: 'Les enseño español' (I teach them Spanish).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'a' incorrectly
Mistake: "Enseño español para ellos."
Correction: Enseño español a ellos. (Use 'a' before the person being taught.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Skill vs. Fact
Use 'enseño' for skills or subjects. If you are just telling someone a fact, you would use 'digo' (I say/tell).
Visualizing 'I show': The image depicts someone displaying a physical object.
enseño(verb)
I show
?displaying something physical
I exhibit
?presenting something formally
📝 In Action
Te enseño mi nuevo coche.
A1I show you my new car.
Enseño la identificación al guardia de seguridad.
A2I show the ID to the security guard.
Enseño los resultados de mi examen.
B1I show the results of my exam.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Le' or 'Les'
When you show something to someone, you often use the small words 'le' (to him/her/it) or 'les' (to them) before 'enseño'. Example: 'Le enseño el mapa' (I show him/her the map).
⭐ Usage Tips
Showing vs. Explaining
This meaning is about physical display. If you mean 'I show how to do something,' the 'to teach' meaning is usually more appropriate.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: enseño
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'enseño' in the sense of displaying an object?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'enseño' and 'muestro'?
Both mean 'I show.' 'Enseño' (from enseñar) is often used for teaching or formally pointing something out (like showing a license). 'Muestro' (from mostrar) is generally more common and versatile for simple actions of showing or displaying something casually.
Do I need to use 'yo' when I say 'enseño'?
No, you usually don't need to! Since 'enseño' only means 'I teach' or 'I show,' the 'yo' is understood. It's only included for emphasis or clarity.