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How to Say "find out!" in Spanish

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averigua

ah-veh-REE-gwah/a.βeˈɾi.ɣwa/

conjugated verbA2informal command (tú)
Use 'averigua' when you are giving an informal command to someone (tú) to investigate or obtain specific information, often implying a process of inquiry.
A cartoon detective character, wearing a trench coat, looks through a large magnifying glass at a single, clear footprint on the ground, indicating discovery.

Examples

Si no sabes la respuesta, averigua.

If you don't know the answer, find out.

Ella siempre averigua la verdad antes de decidir.

She always finds out the truth before deciding.

Tú, averigua qué pasó con el pedido perdido.

You (informal), find out what happened with the lost order.

El detective averigua todos los detalles del caso.

The detective investigates all the details of the case.

Dual Role of 'Averigua'

This single form is used in two ways: 1) As a statement about a third person ('He/She finds out'). 2) To give an informal, direct command ('Tú: Find out!').

Pronouncing the 'U'

In 'averigua', the 'u' is always pronounced, creating a 'gwah' sound at the end, unlike words like 'guitarra' where the 'u' is silent.

Confusing Command Levels

Mistake: “Using 'averigua' when talking formally to an adult you don't know well.”

Correction: For formal commands (Usted), you must use 'averigüe' (with the spelling change). 'Averigua' is only for informal situations.

descubre

/des-KOO-breh//desˈkuβɾe/

verbB1command (tú)
Use 'descubre' when commanding someone (tú) to discover or learn something new, often with a sense of revelation or exploration, rather than a direct investigation.
A person standing at the start of a winding forest path, smiling and extending an open hand towards the viewer in an inviting gesture.

Examples

¡Descubre los secretos de esta antigua ciudad!

Discover the secrets of this ancient city!

¡Descubre el mundo con tus propios ojos!

Discover the world with your own eyes!

Si tienes dudas, ¡descubre la respuesta en el libro!

If you have doubts, find out the answer in the book!

Descubre tu talento oculto.

Discover your hidden talent.

Affirmative 'tú' Commands

For most regular verbs, the informal command form ('tú') is the same as the 'él/ella/usted' form in the present tense, which is why 'descubre' works for both!

Attaching Pronouns

When you use a command, pronouns (like 'lo' or 'la') are attached to the end: 'Descúbrelo' (Discover it).

Using the wrong command form

Mistake: “¡Descubras la verdad!”

Correction: ¡Descubre la verdad! (The 'tú' command is not the subjunctive form.)

Averigua vs. Descubre

Learners often confuse 'averigua' and 'descubre' by using 'descubre' for everyday information gathering. Remember that 'averigua' is more about actively seeking out facts or answers, while 'descubre' often implies a more exciting or surprising revelation.

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