odiar
oh-dee-ahr
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Odio levantarme temprano los lunes.
A1I hate getting up early on Mondays.
Ella odia la injusticia en el mundo.
A2She hates injustice in the world.
No te odio, solo estoy decepcionado.
B1I don't hate you, I'm just disappointed.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Personal A'
When you hate a specific person or pet, you must put the word 'a' after 'odiar'. Example: 'Odio a ese personaje' (I hate that character).
Using Actions
To say you hate doing something, use the base form of the second verb (the one ending in -ar, -er, or -ir). Example: 'Odio cocinar' (I hate cooking).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Too much 'A'
Mistake: "Odio a la lluvia."
Correction: Odio la lluvia. Don't use 'a' for objects or concepts, only for people or personified pets.
⭐ Usage Tips
Intensity Check
'Odiar' is very strong in Spanish. If you just 'dislike' something, it is more natural to say 'No me gusta'.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: odiar
Question 1 of 2
Which of these means 'I hate to drive'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'odiar' common in everyday speech?
Yes, but it is very strong. Spanish speakers often use 'No me gusta nada' (I don't like it at all) unless they feel a very deep dislike.
Do I need the word 'que' after odiar?
Only if you are followed by a new subject (a different person) doing an action. Example: 'Odio que tú llegues tarde' (I hate that you arrive late).