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How to Say "you sigh" in Spanish

The Spanish word foryou sighis suspiraA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
verbA2
formal 'you' (usted)
A person sitting by a window, looking out with a gentle, tired expression as they exhale a deep breath.

Examples

Ella suspira mientras mira las fotos viejas.

She sighs while looking at the old photos.

El viento suspira entre los árboles.

The wind sighs through the trees.

Double Identity

This word works as a statement ('he sighs') and as a friendly command ('Sigh!'). You can tell which one it is by the tone of the speaker.

Confusing with 'respirar'

Mistake:Using 'suspira' when you just mean 'breathes'.

Correction: Use 'respira' for normal breathing; use 'suspira' only for that emotional deep breath out.

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