usa
“usa” means “uses” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
📝 In Action
Ella usa el teléfono para trabajar.
A1She uses the phone to work.
¿Usted usa lentes de contacto?
A1Do you (formal) use contact lenses?
Mi coche usa gasolina premium.
A2My car uses premium gas.
USA
Also: United States
📝 In Action
El presidente de USA visitará Europa.
B1The president of the USA will visit Europe.
Viajamos a USA el mes pasado.
A2We traveled to the USA last month.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Which sentence correctly uses 'usa' as the verb form?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb form of 'usa' comes from the Spanish infinitive 'usar', which traces back to the Latin verb *ūtī* meaning 'to make use of' or 'to employ'.
First recorded: The verb root has been in use since medieval Spanish.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'usa' related to 'uso'?
Yes! 'Uso' is the 'yo' form (I use) of the verb 'usar,' and it is also the noun for 'use.' 'Usa' is the 'él/ella/usted' form of the same verb.
Should I write 'USA' or 'EE. UU.' in Spanish?
'EE. UU.' (with dots and a space) is the official Spanish abbreviation for *Estados Unidos*. While 'USA' is understood everywhere, 'EE. UU.' looks more formal and correct in written text.