How to Say "will cause" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “will cause” is “dará” — use 'dará' when the outcome is a positive effect, benefit, or result, often in a more formal or abstract context.
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dará
VerbB1General/Formal
Use 'dará' when the outcome is a positive effect, benefit, or result, often in a more formal or abstract context.
Examples
La nueva ley dará beneficios a las familias.
The new law will bring benefits to families.
traerá
VerbA2General
Use 'traerá' when referring to bringing about consequences, results, or outcomes, especially when something is being physically or figuratively 'brought' to a situation.
Examples
Mi hermana traerá el pastel a la cena.
My sister will bring the cake to the dinner.
Dará vs. Traerá
Learners often confuse 'dará' and 'traerá' because both can imply results. Remember that 'dará' is typically for positive effects or benefits, while 'traerá' is more general for consequences or things being brought into a situation.
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