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Which verb endings do we need to add to the infinitive to turn it into a conjugated verb?
Which verb endings do we need to add to the infinitive to turn it into a conjugated verb?
What are the English translations of the verbs 'cantar', 'beber', and 'escribir'?
What are the English translations of the verbs 'cantar', 'beber', and 'escribir'?
What is the present indicative tense also known as in Spanish?
What is the present indicative tense also known as in Spanish?
What is the purpose of conjugating a verb?
What is the purpose of conjugating a verb?
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What are the three steps to turn an infinitive into a conjugated verb?
What are the three steps to turn an infinitive into a conjugated verb?
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Study Notes
Verb Conjugation Basics
- Infinitive verb endings in Spanish: -ar, -er, -ir.
- To conjugate, replace the infinitive ending with appropriate endings based on the subject.
English Translations of Common Verbs
- "Cantar" translates to "to sing."
- "Beber" translates to "to drink."
- "Escribir" translates to "to write."
Present Indicative Tense in Spanish
- Present indicative is also known as "presente de indicativo."
- It is used to express actions occurring in the present moment.
Purpose of Verb Conjugation
- Conjugating verbs indicates the subject performing the action.
- It conveys various aspects like tense, mood, and number.
Steps to Conjugate an Infinitive Verb
- Identify the infinitive form of the verb.
- Remove the infinitive ending (-ar, -er, -ir).
- Add the corresponding endings based on the subject pronoun and tense.
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Test your knowledge of the present indicative (present tense) in Spanish and English with this quiz. Practice conjugating verbs and forming sentences using infinitives.
