vea
“vea” means “(that) I see” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
(that) I see, (that) you/he/she see
Also: may see, should look at
📝 In Action
Dudo que él vea el problema de la misma manera.
B1I doubt that he sees the problem in the same way.
Espero que yo vea la luz al final del túnel pronto.
B1I hope that I see the light at the end of the tunnel soon.
Queremos que usted vea nuestra nueva colección.
A2We want you (formal) to see our new collection.
See!, Look!
Also: Watch!
📝 In Action
Señor López, vea este documento antes de firmar.
A1Mr. Lopez, see/look at this document before signing.
No vea el televisor tan tarde.
A2Don't watch the television so late. (Formal command)
Vea la diferencia entre los dos productos.
A1Look at the difference between the two products.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Words that translate to "vea" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: vea
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'vea' as a formal command?
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📚 Etymology▼
'Vea' is a form of the verb 'ver,' which comes directly from the Latin verb 'vidēre,' meaning 'to see.' This Latin root is also the origin of English words like 'vision' and 'video.' The 'e' in 'vea' comes from the older Spanish conjugation pattern.
First recorded: 10th century (in its root form, 'ver')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'vea' used only in formal contexts?
No. While 'Vea' is the formal command ('usted'), it is also the *yo*, *él*, and *ella* form of the present subjunctive. So, it's used very commonly in general conversation whenever you express doubts, hopes, or requirements.
How is 'vea' different from 'mire'?
'Vea' comes from 'ver' (to see, meaning passive perception or sight), while 'mire' comes from 'mirar' (to look at, meaning intentional attention). However, in the command form, they are often used interchangeably to mean 'Look!'