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How to Say "you obtain" in Spanish

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consigues

/kon-SEE-gehs//konˈsiɣes/

verbA2formal
Use 'consigues' when you are talking about achieving a general result or outcome through effort.
A smiling person successfully holding a bright, shiny object, such as a large golden key, that they have just obtained.

Examples

¿Qué consigues con tanto esfuerzo?

What do you get with so much effort?

Si buscas bien, consigues un buen precio.

If you look well, you get a good price.

Siempre consigues lo que quieres en esa tienda.

You always get what you want at that store.

The 'Tú' Form

'Consigues' is the form you use when talking directly to one friend, family member, or child (the 'tú' form) about what they are doing right now or generally.

Forgetting the Stem Change

Mistake: “Some learners forget the 'e' changes to 'i' in this form: *consegues*.”

Correction: The correct form is *consigues*. Remember this verb is slightly irregular in the present tense.

sacas

SAH-kas/ˈsa.kas/

verbA2informal
Use 'sacas' specifically when referring to obtaining something concrete, such as a grade on an exam or a license.
A cheerful student holding a rolled-up scroll tied with a bright blue ribbon, symbolizing a successful result.

Examples

¿Qué nota sacas normalmente en los exámenes de historia?

What grade do you normally get on history exams?

Si trabajas duro, sacas el proyecto adelante.

If you work hard, you get the project done (or move it forward).

Consigues vs. Sacas

Learners often confuse 'consigues' and 'sacas' because both can mean 'you get.' Remember that 'consigues' is for general results, while 'sacas' is for concrete outcomes like scores or official documents.

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