Translation of Spanish word "entrar" to English
entrar
/enˈtɾaɾ/
Meaning
VerbTo go or come into an enclosed or partially enclosed space.
How to use
In formal contexts, entrar is often used to indicate a more deliberate or intentional action, such as entrar en la sala (to enter the room). In informal contexts, it can be used more casually, as in entrar en la cocina (to go into the kitchen). Be aware that the verb entrar can be confused with the verb irse, which means to leave or go out. For example, entrar en la oficina (to enter the office) is correct, but irse de la oficina (to leave the office) is also correct, whereas entrar de la oficina would be incorrect.
🇬🇧 English
to enter, to go in
Example
Deberías tocar antes de entrar, a menos que quieras verme desnudo.
You should knock before you come in, unless you want to see me naked.
Introducir un cuchillo en un trozo de madera.
Insert a knife into a piece of wood.
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Common phrases
- entrar en la escena— to enter the scene
- entrar en la oficina— to enter the office
- entrar en la sala— to enter the room
- entrar en la cocina— to enter the kitchen
- entrar en la biblioteca— to enter the library
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🦊 Conjugation of the verb "entrar"Full conjugation →
Present Tense (Presente)
Simple Past (Pretérito Indefinido)
Perfect (Pretérito Perfecto)
he entrado
Imperative (Imperativo)
Frequency rank: #91 in Spanish
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What does the Spanish word "entrar" mean?▼
The Spanish word "entrar" means "to enter, to go in" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "¿Podemos entrar al museo ahora?" (which translates as "You should knock before you come in, unless you want to see me naked.").
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