suscitar
“suscitar” means “to give rise to” in Spanish (causing a reaction or feeling).
to give rise to
Also: to spark, to raise
📝 In Action
La nueva película ha suscitado mucho interés entre los jóvenes.
B1The new movie has sparked a lot of interest among young people.
Sus palabras suscitaron una gran polémica en las redes sociales.
B2His words gave rise to a great controversy on social media.
El informe suscita dudas sobre la seguridad del edificio.
C1The report raises doubts about the safety of the building.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: suscitar
Question 1 of 3
Which of these things is most likely to be 'suscitado'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'suscitare,' which means to lift up, wake up, or stir up.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'suscitar' a common word in daily conversation?
Not really. It's more common in books, newspapers, or formal speeches. In casual talk, people usually use 'causar' or 'dar'.
Can I use 'suscitar' for positive things?
Yes! You can 'suscitar interés' (spark interest) or 'suscitar admiración' (arouse admiration).
Is it a regular verb?
Yes, it follows the standard pattern for verbs ending in -ar, like 'hablar' or 'cantar'.