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How to Say "i mailed" in Spanish

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envié

VerbA1General
Use 'envié' when referring to the act of sending a physical package or item, especially via a postal service or courier.

Examples

Ayer envié el paquete por correo urgente.

Yesterday I sent the package by express mail.

mandé

VerbA2General
Use 'mandé' for the general act of sending something, which can include physical mail but also has broader applications like sending instructions or a message.

Examples

Mandé el paquete ayer por la mañana.

I sent the package yesterday morning.

Confusing 'enviar' and 'mandar'

Learners often confuse 'enviar' and 'mandar' because both mean 'to send.' Remember that 'enviar' is more specifically tied to the physical act of mailing or shipping, while 'mandar' is a more general term for sending anything, including abstract things.

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