quita
“quita” means “he/she/it removes” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
he/she/it removes, take away!
Also: he/she/it takes off, you (formal) remove
📝 In Action
Ella siempre quita las etiquetas de la ropa nueva.
A1She always removes the tags from new clothes.
El calor quita el sueño a mucha gente.
A2The heat takes away the sleep from many people.
¡Quita ese libro de ahí antes de que caiga!
A1Take that book off there before it falls!
debt reduction, remission
Also: write-off
📝 In Action
Logramos negociar una quita importante con los acreedores.
B2We managed to negotiate a significant debt reduction with the creditors.
La empresa solicitó una quita de la deuda para evitar la bancarrota.
C1The company requested a debt write-off to avoid bankruptcy.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: quita
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'quita' as a command?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word 'quita' comes directly from the verb 'quitar,' which itself evolved from the Late Latin word *quietare*, meaning 'to quiet, to settle, or to set at rest.' Over time, this evolved into the concept of 'taking away' or 'removing' something, often so that things could be 'settled.'
First recorded: 13th century (as part of the verb 'quitar')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'quita' different from 'quitas'?
'Quita' is the conjugation for 'He/She/It removes' or the informal command 'Remove!'. 'Quitas' is the conjugation for 'You (tú) remove' in the present tense.
Can I use 'quita' to mean 'discount'?
While related, 'quita' usually refers to a reduction or forgiveness of a large debt or financial obligation, often negotiated. 'Descuento' is the standard word for a general shopping discount.