How to Say "i watched" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “i watched” is “ví” — use 'vi' when you are talking about observing an event, a show, or something that happened, like a movie or a performance..
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Use 'vi' when you are talking about observing an event, a show, or something that happened, like a movie or a performance.
Examples
Ayer ví una película muy divertida.
Yesterday I saw a very funny movie.
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Use 'miré' when you specifically looked at something, directing your gaze towards it, often for a specific purpose or duration.
Examples
Miré el reloj y ya eran las diez.
I looked at the clock and it was already ten.
Distinguishing 'vi' from 'miré'
Learners often confuse 'vi' and 'miré' by using 'vi' for any instance of looking. Remember that 'vi' is for observing events or shows, while 'miré' is for the act of directing your gaze at something specific.
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