Coffee Break Spanish How do you translate "get" into Spanish? | A Coffee Break with Pablo
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Oct 16, 2025 Navigating the complexities of translating 'get' into Spanish proves to be quite the challenge. Pablo breaks it down, explaining how context determines the choice of verbs like conseguir for achieving something and recibir for receiving gifts. He also dives into phrasal verbs, unveiling that getting up translates to levantarse and getting off transport means bajar de. With relatable examples and practical exercises, listeners can master these nuances and boost their Spanish skills in no time!
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No Single Translation For "Get"
- The English verb "to get" has no single Spanish equivalent and must be translated by meaning.
- Identify whether it means achieve (conseguir) or receive (recibir) before translating.
Use Conseguir For Achieving
- Use conseguir when "get" means achieving or securing something.
- Example: "I got a new job" becomes "conseguí un nuevo trabajo."
Use Recibir For Receiving
- Use recibir when "get" means to receive something as a gift or delivery.
- Example: "My brother got a bike" becomes "mi hermano recibió una bicicleta."