How to Say "they stare" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “they stare” is “miran” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Los turistas miran el mapa para encontrar la plaza.
The tourists look at the map to find the square.
Ustedes miran muy serios, ¿pasa algo?
You all look very serious, is something happening?
The 'They' Form
"Miran" is the form you use when the action is done by 'ellos' (they, masculine/mixed group), 'ellas' (they, feminine), or 'ustedes' (you all, formal).
Preposition 'A'
When you look at something specific, Spanish often uses the preposition 'a' (at/to) right after the verb, especially if it's a person: 'Miran a su profesor' (They look at their teacher).
Confusing 'Look' and 'See'
Mistake: “Usando 'ven' cuando se quiere decir 'miran'.”
Correction: 'Ver' (ven) means 'to see' (the result of sight). 'Mirar' (miran) means 'to look' (the action of directing sight). Use 'miran' when talking about intention.
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