Pensar – To think
Although the fundamental meaning of the verb “pensar” is “to think,” it can also indicate “to plan, believe, or want to accomplish something,” especially when combined in compound sentences with other verbs. Like many other irregular verbs on our list, “pensar” is an example of a stem-changing verb in addition to being an irregular verb (more on that later).
Tener – To have
The Spanish verb “tener” mostly means “to have,” but it can also imply “to be” depending on the noun it is used with. To feel warm, for instance, is to “tener calor.” When “tener” and “que” are combined, it implies “to have to do,” as in “Tienes que hacerlo” (which translates to “You have to do it”). Every tense below has unusual conjugations.
Poder – To be able to
“Poder” is a verb that denotes the ability to perform something. It frequently goes with an infinitive or an irregular verb. “Puedo hacerlo,” for instance, says “I can do that.” Both the present tense and the past tense are irregular.
Ir – To go
Spanish’s most widely used verb, “ir,” means “to go,” as in “go to a place.” We would say “We’re going to the pool”, you would say “Nosotros vamos a la piscina” if you and your buddies were going. In both its present and preterit forms, it is irregular. The past tense conjugations are the same as for the verb “ser.”
Saber – To know
The word “saber” means “to know,” and it especially refers to knowledge, such as facts or instructions. You might use the verb “conocer” to discuss people, places, or things you are familiar with. In both the present and past tenses, “saber” is irregular.
Dar – To give
“Dar” is a verb that means “to give.” You may say “Le di un regalo” if you gave your friend a gift. Both the present tense and the past tense are irregular.