Translation of Spanish word "olvidar" to English
olvidar
/ol.βi.ˈðaɾ/
Meaning
VerbTo lose remembrance of.
How to use
Olvidar ('to forget') can be used transitively (olvidar algo) or reflexively with de (olvidarse de algo): Olvidé las llaves or Me olvidé de las llaves.
🇬🇧 English
to forget
Example
No olvides tus llaves.
Do not forget your keys.
Voy a olvidar todo.
I am going to forget everything.
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Common phrases
- olvidarse de— to forget about
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What does the Spanish word "olvidar" mean?▼
The Spanish word "olvidar" means "to forget" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "No olvides tus llaves." (which translates as "Do not forget your keys.").
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