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How to Say "weighs" in Spanish

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pesa

PEH-sah/ˈpesa/

verbA1general
Use 'pesa' when referring to the physical weight of an object or person.
A simple, classic balance scale with a large red apple placed on one pan, causing that side to dip down.

Examples

Este paquete pesa tres kilos exactamente.

This package weighs exactly three kilos.

Usted pesa la fruta antes de pagar.

You weigh the fruit before paying. (Formal command)

A mi hermana le pesa mucho haber mentido.

It weighs heavily on my sister to have lied (She regrets having lied).

Using 'Pesar' like 'Gustar'

When 'pesar' means 'to bother' or 'to regret,' it is often used backwards, just like 'gustar' (to like). The thing that bothers someone is the subject: 'Me pesa el error' (The mistake bothers me).

Confusing 'Pesar' with 'Sentir'

Mistake: “I regret the mistake: 'Yo peso el error.'”

Correction: The verb 'pesar' is used impersonally or with the 'a + person' structure: 'Me pesa el error.' For simple regret, use 'sentir': 'Siento el error.'

mide

MEE-deh/ˈmiðe/

verbB2general
Use 'mide' when talking about carefully considering your words or actions before you speak or act.
A person sitting at a desk, looking thoughtfully at two different paths drawn on a map on the table.

Examples

Ella siempre mide sus palabras antes de hablar.

She always weighs her words before speaking.

El boxeador mide a su oponente.

The boxer sizes up his opponent.

Literal vs. Figurative Meaning

The most common mistake is using 'pesa' for figurative meanings, like weighing your options. Remember, 'pesa' is for physical weight, while 'mide' is for careful consideration.

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