levanto
/leh-BAHN-toh/
I lift
A person lifting a box, illustrating 'levanto' as the act of moving something to a higher position.
levanto(verb)
I lift
?moving something to a higher position
,I raise
?lifting a hand or a voice
I build
?setting up a structure like a wall or tent
,I pick up
?collecting something from the floor
📝 In Action
Levanto la caja pesada del suelo.
A1I lift the heavy box from the floor.
Siempre levanto la mano en clase.
A1I always raise my hand in class.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'I' Form
Words ending in 'o' usually mean 'I am doing' the action right now.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Accent Mark Confusion
Mistake: "Using 'levantó' when you mean 'I lift'."
Correction: Say 'levanto' (stress on the middle) for 'I lift'. 'Levantó' (stress on the end) means 'he/she lifted' in the past.
⭐ Usage Tips
Physical vs. Abstract
You can use this for physical things (books) or abstract things (someone's spirits).
A person getting out of bed in the morning, illustrating 'levanto' as the act of getting up.
levanto(verb)
I get up
?leaving bed in the morning
,I stand up
?moving from a sitting to a standing position
📝 In Action
Me levanto a las ocho cada mañana.
A1I get up at eight every morning.
Me levanto de la silla para saludarte.
A1I stand up from the chair to greet you.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Me' for Yourself
When the action happens to you (like getting out of bed), you must put 'me' before 'levanto'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Daily Routine
Use 'me levanto' to describe your morning schedule.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: levanto
Question 1 of 2
How do you say 'I get up at 7:00'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'levanto' always need 'me'?
No. Use 'me levanto' if you are getting yourself up. Use just 'levanto' if you are lifting an object, like a book or a box.
Can 'levanto' mean 'I pick up'?
Yes, if you are picking something up off the floor (lifting it), 'levanto' is the perfect word.