sentirme
“sentirme” means “to feel” in Spanish (physical or emotional state).
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Necesito un café para sentirme despierto.
A1I need a coffee to feel awake.
¿Qué puedo hacer para sentirme mejor?
A2What can I do to feel better?
Después de la pelea, él no pudo evitar sentirse culpable.
B1After the fight, he couldn't help but feel guilty.
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
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Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Which sentence correctly uses 'sentirme'?
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📚 Etymology
The word comes from the Latin verb *sentīre*, meaning 'to perceive with the senses' or 'to feel.' This root is shared by words like 'sense' and 'sentiment' in English. The modern Spanish verb 'sentir' kept the core meaning of feeling, and when combined with 'me' (myself), it focuses the feeling internally.
First recorded: Around the 10th century (as 'sentir')
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the 'me' attached to the end of the verb?
'Me' is attached to the end of the verb only when the verb is in its basic form (infinitive, like 'sentir'), the '-ing' form (gerund), or when giving an affirmative command. Since 'sentir' is not conjugated here, the 'me' is attached to show that the action of feeling is directed back at 'I' (me).
Is 'sentir' (without 'me') ever used to talk about feelings?
Yes, but usually it means 'to regret' or 'to be sorry' (e.g., 'Siento lo que pasó' - I regret what happened). To talk about how you, personally, are feeling (happy, sick, tired), you must use the reflexive form 'sentirse' ('Me siento feliz').