How to Say "separates" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “separates” is “aparta” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Ella aparta las cortinas para que entre el sol.
She moves the curtains aside so the sun can come in.
¡Aparta! No puedo ver la televisión.
Move! I can't see the TV.
Él siempre aparta un poco de dinero para sus viajes.
He always sets aside a bit of money for his trips.
Two-in-One Word
The word 'aparta' can be a statement ('He moves it') or a command ('Move!'). Use context to tell which is which.
Moving Yourself vs. Moving Things
Use 'aparta' when moving an object. If you want someone to move their body, you'll often hear 'apártate' (move yourself).
Don't confuse with 'aparte'
Mistake: “Using 'aparta' for everything.”
Correction: Use 'aparta' for current actions or commands. Use 'aparte' (ending in e) when talking about possibilities or wishes.
Related Translations
Learn Spanish with Inklingo
Interactive stories, personalized learning, and more.