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How to Say "i claim" in Spanish

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reclamo

reh-KLAH-mohreˈklamo

verbA2common
Use 'reclamo' when you are asserting a right or demanding something that you believe is rightfully yours.
A person holding up a lost item they have found and are claiming as their own.

Examples

Yo reclamo mi derecho a la libertad de expresión.

I claim my right to freedom of expression.

Yo reclamo lo que es justo para mi familia.

I claim what is fair for my family.

Si no recibo el paquete hoy, lo reclamo mañana.

If I don't receive the package today, I will demand it tomorrow.

Siempre reclamo cuando veo una injusticia.

I always speak up/protest when I see an injustice.

Direct Object with Reclamar

You can 'reclamar' something directly without a preposition: 'Reclamo mi dinero' (I claim my money).

Using 'Reclamar' for 'Asking' nicely

Mistake: “Reclamo un favor.”

Correction: Say 'Pido un favor'. 'Reclamo' sounds much more aggressive and demanding.

pretendo

preh-TEN-dohpɾeˈtendo

verbB2common
Use 'pretendo' when you are stating an intention, claiming something is true, or trying to achieve a certain outcome.
A person holding a golden trophy high in the air with a proud expression.

Examples

Pretendo que esta información es correcta.

I claim this information is correct.

¿Qué pretendes con esa actitud?

What are you trying to achieve with that attitude?

No pretendo que me den la razón sin pruebas.

I don't expect them to agree with me without proof.

Claiming Rights vs. Stating Beliefs

Learners often confuse 'reclamo' and 'pretendo' by using 'pretendo' when they mean to assert a right. Remember, 'reclamo' is for demanding what is yours, while 'pretendo' is more about intention or belief.

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