Sit in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'sit' is 'sentarse', pronounced sehn-TAHR-seh (IPA: /senˈtaɾse/). It is a B1-level verb.
Pronunciation: sehn-TAHR-seh
| Spanish | sentarse |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | sehn-TAHR-seh · /senˈtaɾse/ |
| Part of speech | verb |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'sentarse'
- Me siento cerca de la ventana en clase.
I sit near the window in class. - ¿Siempre te sientas en el mismo lugar?
Do you always sit in the same spot? - Anoche nos sentamos en la primera fila.
Last night we sat in the front row. - Siéntate, por favor.
Sit down, please.
Common Phrases with 'sentarse'
- tomar asiento
to take a seat (formal)
How to Use 'sentarse'
Reflexive verb with e→ie stem change: me siento, te sientas, nos sentamos. Watch out: 'me siento' is identical for sentarse (I sit) and sentirse (I feel) — only context distinguishes them. Estar sentado = to be seated (state).
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review present tense conjugation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'sit' in Spanish?
'Sit' in Spanish is 'sentarse', pronounced sehn-TAHR-seh.
How do you spell 'sentarse'?
It is spelled s-e-n-t-a-r-s-e.
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