resolverlo
“resolverlo” means “to solve it” in Spanish (finding an answer to a problem or puzzle).
to solve it
Also: to settle it, to resolve it
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Este problema de matemáticas es difícil, pero voy a resolverlo.
A2This math problem is difficult, but I am going to solve it.
Si hay un malentendido, debemos resolverlo ahora.
B1If there is a misunderstanding, we should settle it now.
No te preocupes por el error, yo puedo resolverlo.
A2Don't worry about the error, I can fix it.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Question 1 of 2
What part of 'resolverlo' means 'it'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish verb 'resolver', which comes from the Latin 'resolvere'. 'Re-' (again/back) and 'solvere' (to loosen or untie). It literally means 'to loosen a knot' or 'untie a problem'.
First recorded: 13th century (base verb)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the 'lo' at the end of the word?
In Spanish, when you use a verb in its base (infinitive) form after another verb (like 'want to' or 'need to'), you can attach pronouns like 'lo' (it) directly to the end of it.
Can I use 'resolverlo' for people?
No, 'lo' refers to 'it'. If you wanted to say 'solve them' (referring to masculine objects like problems), you would say 'resolverlos'.