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How to Say "i exit" in Spanish

The Spanish word fori exitis salgoA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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salgo

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Formal or written usage
A stylized figure is shown stepping across the threshold of a simple wooden doorway, moving from a darker interior space into a bright, colorful exterior, symbolizing departure.

Examples

Yo salgo de casa a las ocho de la mañana.

I leave the house at eight in the morning.

¿Vas al cine? Sí, salgo ahora mismo.

Are you going to the cinema? Yes, I'm going out right now.

Salgo con mis amigos todos los viernes.

I go out with my friends every Friday (or: I hang out with my friends).

The 'Yo' Form Exception

Even though 'salir' ends in -ir, the 'yo' (I) form is irregular and adds a 'g' before the 'o'. This is a common pattern for many high-frequency verbs, so look out for it!

Using 'de' after 'salgo'

When saying where you are leaving from, you must always use the word 'de' (from): 'Salgo de la oficina' (I leave from the office).

Forgetting the 'g' Sound

Mistake:Yo salo

Correction: Yo salgo. Remember the 'g' is necessary only for the 'I' form in the present tense to keep the sound correct.

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