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How to Say "utilize" in Spanish

The Spanish word forutilizeis usenA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
verbA2
making use of a tool or resource
A group of people together using gardening tools to plant a small tree in a garden.

Examples

Por favor, usen la puerta principal.

Please, use the main door.

Espero que usen protector solar hoy.

I hope you all use sunscreen today.

No quiero que ellos usen mi computadora.

I don't want them to use my computer.

When to use 'usen' vs 'usan'

Use 'usan' for facts (They use shoes). Use 'usen' for commands (You all, use shoes!) or wishes (I hope they use shoes).

Confusing 'usen' with 'usan'

Mistake:¡Ustedes usan el cinturón!

Correction: ¡Ustedes usen el cinturón! Use the 'e' ending when you want to give a polite command to a group.

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