How to Say "proves" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “proves” is “comprueba” — use 'comprueba' when the meaning is to check, verify, or confirm that something is true or correct, often through an action or examination..
comprueba
/kom-PRWE-ba//komˈpɾweβa/
Examples
El detective comprueba las pistas cuidadosamente.
The detective checks the clues carefully.
Ella comprueba su correo electrónico cada mañana.
She checks her email every morning.
El mecánico comprueba el motor del coche.
The mechanic checks the car's engine.
The 'O' to 'UE' Change
In the base word 'comprobar,' the 'o' changes to 'ue' whenever the stress falls on that syllable. This is why we say 'comprueba' instead of 'comproba.'
One word, two jobs
'Comprueba' can mean 'he/she checks' but it's also the friendly way to tell someone 'Check it!' as a command.
Don't confuse with 'Probar'
Mistake: “Using 'comprueba' when you want to say 'taste the soup.'”
Correction: Use 'prueba' for tasting or trying on clothes; use 'comprueba' for verifying information or mechanics.
demuestra
deh-MWEHS-trah/deˈmwes.tɾa/
Examples
Su trabajo duro demuestra su compromiso.
His hard work demonstrates his commitment.
Ella demuestra mucha paciencia con los niños.
She shows a lot of patience with the children.
El museo demuestra una colección de arte moderno.
The museum displays a modern art collection.
¡Demuestra que puedes hacerlo! (Tú, command)
Show that you can do it!
Verb Function
"Demuestra" can mean 'he/she/it shows' or 'you (formal) show' right now. It can also be the informal command 'Show!'
The 'O to UE' Change
The verb 'demostrar' is irregular because the 'o' changes to 'ue' in most present tense forms, like 'demuestra,' but not in 'nosotros' or 'vosotros' (e.g., 'demostramos').
When to Use the Indicative
When 'demostrar' is used to state a fact that is certain, the verb that follows often stays in the normal (indicative) form: 'Demuestra que él es el culpable' (It proves he is the culprit).
Missing the Stem Change
Mistake: “Using *demostra* instead of *demuestra*.”
Correction: Remember the 'o' changes to 'ue': *demuestra*. This pattern is shared by many Spanish verbs like *poder* and *volver*.
demuestra
deh-MWEHS-trah/deˈmwes.tɾa/
Examples
Los resultados de la encuesta demuestran que el público está satisfecho.
The survey results prove that the public is satisfied.
Ella demuestra mucha paciencia con los niños.
She shows a lot of patience with the children.
El museo demuestra una colección de arte moderno.
The museum displays a modern art collection.
¡Demuestra que puedes hacerlo! (Tú, command)
Show that you can do it!
Verb Function
"Demuestra" can mean 'he/she/it shows' or 'you (formal) show' right now. It can also be the informal command 'Show!'
The 'O to UE' Change
The verb 'demostrar' is irregular because the 'o' changes to 'ue' in most present tense forms, like 'demuestra,' but not in 'nosotros' or 'vosotros' (e.g., 'demostramos').
When to Use the Indicative
When 'demostrar' is used to state a fact that is certain, the verb that follows often stays in the normal (indicative) form: 'Demuestra que él es el culpable' (It proves he is the culprit).
Missing the Stem Change
Mistake: “Using *demostra* instead of *demuestra*.”
Correction: Remember the 'o' changes to 'ue': *demuestra*. This pattern is shared by many Spanish verbs like *poder* and *volver*.
Comprueba vs. Demuestra
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