presenta
“presenta” means “introduces” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
introduces, presents
Also: submits, exhibits
📝 In Action
Ella presenta a su nuevo colega a todo el equipo.
A1She introduces her new colleague to the entire team.
El director presenta las cifras de ventas de este mes.
A2The director presents this month's sales figures.
El paciente presenta síntomas leves de la gripe.
B1The patient exhibits mild flu symptoms.
Introduce!, Submit!
Also: Show!
📝 In Action
¡Presenta tu pasaporte en la aduana!
A1Present your passport at customs!
Presenta tu idea al grupo ahora mismo.
A2Present your idea to the group right now.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Words that translate to "presenta" in Spanish:
exhibits→introduce!→introduces→presents→submit!→submits→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: presenta
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'presenta' as a command?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *praesentare*, meaning 'to place before' or 'to offer.' The meaning has stayed very consistent, always revolving around bringing something forward for others to see or acknowledge.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'presenta' and 'presente'?
'Presenta' is the simple present tense form for 'he/she/it/usted' (He presents). 'Presente' is the present subjunctive form (used for wishes/doubts, e.g., 'Espero que él presente...'), and it is also the word for 'present' (the adjective) or 'gift' (the noun).
Can 'presenta' be used to mean 'shows up' or 'appears'?
No, if you want to say 'he/she shows up,' you must use the reflexive form: 'se presenta' (e.g., 'Él se presenta tarde'). 'Presenta' alone always means they are showing or introducing something/someone else.