mostrar
Stem-changing (o -> ue) Level A2 ⭐ #55 Most CommonEnglish translation: to show / to display
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| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| yo | muestro | |
| tú | muestras | |
| él/ella/usted | muestra | |
| nosotros/as | mostramos | |
| vosotros/as | mostráis | |
| ellos/ellas/ustedes | muestran |
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Frequently Asked Questions: MOSTRAR
Is "mostrar" a regular or irregular verb in Spanish? ▾
"mostrar" is classified as a Stem-changing (o -> ue) verb in Spanish. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "muestro, muestras, muestra, mostramos, mostráis, muestran". Stem vowel shifts o -> ue in present indicative and subjunctive when stressed. Nosotros and vosotros stay 'o'. Reflexive 'mostrarse' means 'to show oneself / to appear / to act' (e.g. se mostró satisfecho).
What does "mostrar" mean in English? ▾
In English, "mostrar" translates primarily to "to show / to display". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A2 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "mostrar"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Yo mostro mi pasaporte" instead of "Yo muestro mi pasaporte". Why? 1st person singular shifts o -> ue: yo muestro.
What are common idioms or expressions with "mostrar"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Mostrar los dientes" which means "To bare one's teeth / show determination or defiance" (e.g. "El equipo mostró los dientes en la segunda mitad del partido.").
How can I practice and memorize "mostrar" conjugations? ▾
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