ofrece
“ofrece” means “offers” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
offers, proposes
Also: bids
📝 In Action
Mi jefe ofrece un aumento si terminamos el proyecto a tiempo.
A2My boss offers a raise if we finish the project on time.
Ella siempre ofrece su ayuda cuando lo necesito.
A1She always offers her help when I need it.
¿Qué ofrece usted a cambio de este servicio?
A2What do you offer in exchange for this service?
provides, features
Also: supplies
📝 In Action
Este hotel ofrece una vista espectacular del mar.
B1This hotel offers (provides) a spectacular view of the sea.
La nueva aplicación ofrece muchas funciones útiles.
B2The new application offers (features) many useful functions.
El mercado ofrece verduras frescas y productos locales.
B1The market provides fresh vegetables and local products.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: ofrece
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'ofrece' in the sense of 'providing a feature' rather than 'making a proposal'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *offerere*, which is formed by combining *ob-* (meaning 'toward' or 'in front of') and *ferre* (meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear'). It literally means 'to carry forward' or 'to present,' which is exactly what happens when you offer something.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'ofrece' a regular verb?
'Ofrece' (from the infinitive 'ofrecer') is mostly regular, but it has a specific change in the 'yo' form of the present tense ('yo ofrezco'). Because of this single change, we consider it semi-irregular, but all other persons follow the standard '-er' verb pattern.
How do I know if 'ofrece' means 'he offers' or 'you offer'?
'Ofrece' is the third person singular form, which means it can translate to 'he offers,' 'she offers,' or the formal 'you offer' (usted). You must look at the subject (like 'él,' 'ella,' 'usted,' or a singular noun like 'el libro') to know who is doing the offering.