meten
/MEH-ten/
they/you all put (in)
In this context, 'meten' means they are putting something inside a container.
meten(verb)
they/you all put (in)
?placing an object inside a container or space
they/you all stick (in)
?informal placement of something inside
📝 In Action
Ellos meten la ropa en la maleta.
A1They put the clothes in the suitcase.
Ustedes siempre meten las llaves en el cajón.
A1You all always put the keys in the drawer.
💡 Grammar Points
Identifying the Subject
The ending '-en' tells you that the action is being done by 'them' (ellos/ellas) or 'you all' (ustedes).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Meter vs. Poner
Mistake: "Using 'poner' when something goes *inside* a container."
Correction: Use 'meter' when the object is going into a confined space (like a bag, box, or pocket).
⭐ Usage Tips
Inside is Key
Think of 'meter' as 'to put in' rather than just 'to put'. If there is an 'inside', use 'meten'.
Here, 'meten' refers to the act of scoring a goal in a game.
📝 In Action
Los jugadores meten un gol en el último minuto.
A2The players score a goal in the last minute.
⭐ Usage Tips
Sports Talk
In Spanish, you don't 'win' a goal, you 'put' it in the net. That's why we use 'meten'.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: meten
Question 1 of 1
If you want to say 'They score a goal,' which should you use?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'meten' always mean putting something physical inside?
Mostly, yes, but it can also be used for scoring points or even for provoking emotions (like 'meten miedo' - they cause fear).