entere
/en-TEH-reh/
(that) I find out
The image captures the moment that 'I find out' (that) something new.
entere(Verb (Conjugated Form))
(that) I find out
?Subjunctive, 1st person singular
,(that) he/she/you (formal) find out
?Subjunctive, 3rd person singular
realize
?used after verbs of emotion/doubt
📝 In Action
Espero que mi jefe no se entere de este error.
B1I hope my boss doesn't find out about this mistake.
Dudo que yo me entere de la verdad tan rápido.
B2I doubt that I will find out the truth so quickly.
No quiero que usted se entere por los periódicos.
B1I don't want you (formal) to find out through the newspapers.
💡 Grammar Points
The Subjunctive Mood
This 'entere' form is used when the action (finding out) is not a fact yet, but a wish, doubt, or emotional reaction. Look for trigger phrases like 'Espero que...' (I hope that...).
Reflexive Use is Key
When used to mean 'to find out' or 'to realize,' it almost always needs the little word 'se' or 'me' attached to the subject: 'que se entere' or 'que yo me entere'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing up Moods
Mistake: "No creo que él *entera*."
Correction: No creo que él *entere*. (When expressing doubt, Spanish requires the special verb form, 'entere,' not the simple present form 'entera'.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Use with 'De'
When you find out about something, always use 'de' afterward: 'Me entere del problema' (I found out about the problem).
This illustration depicts the formal command: 'Inform' (Usted).
entere(Verb (Command Form))
Inform
?Formal command (Usted)
,Notify
?Formal command (Usted)
Tell
?Formal command (Usted)
📝 In Action
Señor, entere a sus empleados de la nueva política inmediatamente.
A2Sir, inform your employees of the new policy immediately.
No entere a nadie de mi llegada hasta mañana.
B1Do not inform anyone of my arrival until tomorrow.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Commands
'Entere' is the formal way to tell someone ('Usted') to do something. It uses the same special form as the subjunctive, but functions as a direct order.
⭐ Usage Tips
Direct Object Placement
In a positive command, attach the person being informed directly to the word: 'Enterelos' (Inform them). In a negative command, place the object before the verb: 'No los entere' (Do not inform them).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: entere
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'entere' correctly to express a wish or doubt?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between *entere* and *entera*?
*Entere* is the special verb form (subjunctive or command) used for 'I find out' or 'that he/she finds out,' or the formal command 'Inform!'. *Entera* is the simple present tense form for 'he/she/it informs/finds out' (a fact).
Is *enterar* a stem-changing verb?
No, *enterar* is a regular -AR verb. Its conjugation is straightforward and does not involve changing the 'e' to 'ie' in the middle of the word, unlike many other Spanish verbs.