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Conjugation Chart of “Describir” (to describe) in the Present Tense

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Understanding the Present Tense of “Describir”

The Present Tense of Describir is used to describe ongoing actions or states in the present moment. For example, Describo el paisaje hermoso que veo desde mi ventana. (I describe the beautiful landscape that I see from my window.)

Describir is a regular -ir verb, which means its conjugations follow the typical pattern for verbs ending in -ir in the present tense.

How to Use Describir in the Present Tense

Describir generally means to describe or depict something, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.

To describe or depict: For example, Yo describo el paisaje con detalle (I describe the landscape in detail).

To characterize or portray: For example, Ella describe a su jefe como una persona muy exigente (She describes her boss as a very demanding person).

To explain or give details: For example, Describimos el proceso de fabricación en el manual (We describe the manufacturing process in the manual).

To trace or outline: For example, El niño describe un círculo con su dedo en el aire (The child describes a circle with their finger in the air).

To express or convey (colloquial): For example, No puedo describir lo feliz que estoy (I can’t describe how happy I am).

To exaggerate or embellish (slang): For example, Siempre describe las cosas de manera exagerada (They always describe things in an exaggerated way).

Real Life Examples of Describir in the Present Tense

Cuando describo un paisaje, intento capturar todos los detalles. (When I describe a landscape, I try to capture all the details.)

Mi amigo describe sus vacaciones con mucha emoción. (My friend describes his vacation with a lot of excitement.)

En la clase de arte, los estudiantes describen las obras que ven. (In the art class, the students describe the works they see.)

Los narradores deportivos describen cada jugada con entusiasmo. (The sports commentators describe each play with enthusiasm.)

Cuando describimos un libro, hablamos de la trama y los personajes. (When we describe a book, we talk about the plot and characters.)

Los críticos de cine describen las películas con detalles para ayudar a los espectadores a decidir si quieren verlas. (Movie critics describe films in detail to help viewers decide if they want to watch them.)

En la reunión, el jefe describe los nuevos procedimientos que debemos seguir. (In the meeting, the boss describes the new procedures we must follow.)

Cuando describo a mi familia, hablo de sus personalidades y aficiones. (When I describe my family, I talk about their personalities and hobbies.)

Los guías turísticos describen los lugares históricos con muchos detalles interesantes. (Tour guides describe historical sites with many interesting details.)

En la clase de cocina, el chef describe cada paso del proceso de preparación. (In the cooking class, the chef describes each step of the preparation process.)

Los meteorólogos describen el clima con precisión para que la gente pueda prepararse. (Meteorologists describe the weather accurately so people can prepare.)

Cuando describimos nuestras experiencias, usamos detalles vívidos para que sean más interesantes. (When we describe our experiences, we use vivid details to make them more interesting.)

Los narradores de radio describen los eventos deportivos con tanta emoción que parece que estás ahí. (Radio announcers describe sporting events with so much excitement that it feels like you’re there.)

En la clase de escritura creativa, los estudiantes describen escenas imaginarias con gran detalle. (In the creative writing class, students describe imaginary scenes in great detail.)

Los críticos gastronómicos describen los platos con tanta precisión que te dan ganas de probarlos. (Food critics describe dishes so precisely that they make you want to try them.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Describir (to describe) in the Present Tense (Latin American Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Present tense is also known as the Simple Present, Present Simple, Present Tense, or Present Indicative in English, and as Presente de Indicativo, Presente Simple, Tiempo Presente, or Indicativo Presente in Spanish.