manejo
/ma-NE-ho/
handling
The physical manejo (handling) or control of an object, like a steering wheel.
manejo(noun)
handling
?physical operation or control
,management
?administration of resources or people
driving
?operating a vehicle
,control
?the ability to direct something
📝 In Action
El manejo de la crisis fue excelente, nadie perdió la calma.
B2The management of the crisis was excellent; nobody lost their cool.
Necesitas mejorar tu manejo del volante si quieres aprobar el examen.
B1You need to improve your handling of the steering wheel if you want to pass the exam.
El manual explica el manejo adecuado de las herramientas.
A2The manual explains the proper handling of the tools.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Masculine
Even though it ends in 'o', which often signals a masculine noun, it is always used with 'el' or 'un' (e.g., 'el manejo').
Noun of Action
This noun refers to the act or result of 'manejar' (to handle/manage), making it a very direct way to talk about skills or administration.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong article
Mistake: "La manejo."
Correction: El manejo. Remember, 'manejo' is masculine, so use 'el'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Pairing with 'de'
When talking about what is being managed or handled, use 'de' (of): 'manejo de personal' (management of personnel).
To manejo (I handle/deal with) something means to manage or deal with tasks or resources, such as organizing files.
manejo(verb)
I handle
?I deal with something
,I manage
?I administer or supervise
I drive
?I operate a vehicle (common in Latin America)
,I operate
?I work a machine
📝 In Action
Yo manejo un camión muy grande.
A1I drive a very large truck.
Manejo bien la presión en el trabajo.
B1I handle pressure well at work.
Siempre manejo mi propio dinero.
A2I always manage my own money.
💡 Grammar Points
Simple Regular Verb
The verb 'manejar' is an easy 'ar' verb! It follows the standard pattern, meaning you don't have to worry about tricky stem changes or irregular forms.
⭐ Usage Tips
Context is King
In many countries, 'manejo' (I drive) is used for operating any vehicle, from a car to a bicycle. In Spain, 'conduzco' (I drive) is more common for cars.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: manejo
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'manejo' as a noun (a thing or concept), not a verb (an action)?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'manejo' (noun) and 'manejar' (verb)?
'Manejar' is the action word meaning 'to handle' or 'to drive.' 'Manejo' (the noun) is the result or concept of that action, like 'handling' or 'management.' For example, 'Tengo buen manejo' (I have good handling skill) versus 'Yo manejo bien' (I drive well).
When should I use 'manejo' for driving instead of 'conducción'?
'Manejo' is the preferred and most common term for 'driving' (the noun) throughout most of Latin America. 'Conducción' is more formal or more frequently heard in Spain.