The Present Tense of explorar is used to describe actions happening right now or general truths. For example, Exploro el parque nacional. (I explore the national park.)

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

Conjugations

Conjugations of Explorar (to explore) in the Present Tense tense (Castilian Spanish):

Explorar generally means to explore or investigate, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.

To explore (a place or area): For example, Exploro la ciudad nueva cada fin de semana. (I explore the new city every weekend.)

To investigate or examine: For example, Los científicos exploran nuevas formas de energía. (Scientists explore new forms of energy.)

To probe or feel around (colloquial): For example, No explores ahí, ¡es privado! (Don’t go exploring there, it’s private!)

To check out or scope out (slang): For example, Vamos a explorar esa fiesta más tarde. (Let’s go scope out that party later.)

To feel up or grope (vulgar): For example, ¡Oye, no me explores así en público! (Hey, don’t go feeling me up like that in public!)

Examples

Examples of Explorar in the Present Tense

Cada verano, mi familia y yo exploramos nuevos lugares. (Every summer, my family and I explore new places.)

¿Ustedes exploran la ciudad a pie o prefieren tomar un tour? (Do you explore the city on foot or do you prefer to take a tour?)

Los arqueólogos exploran las ruinas en busca de artefactos antiguos. (Archaeologists explore the ruins in search of ancient artifacts.)

En la clase de biología, exploramos los diferentes ecosistemas de la región. (In biology class, we explore the different ecosystems of the region.)

Mi amigo y yo exploramos nuevos restaurantes cada fin de semana. (My friend and I explore new restaurants every weekend.)

Los niños exploran el mundo con curiosidad y asombro. (Children explore the world with curiosity and wonder.)

Cuando viajo, me gusta explorar los mercados locales y probar la comida típica. (When I travel, I like to explore the local markets and try the typical food.)

Los científicos exploran nuevas formas de energía renovable. (Scientists explore new forms of renewable energy.)

En la clase de arte, exploramos diferentes técnicas y materiales. (In art class, we explore different techniques and materials.)

Los aventureros exploran las profundidades de las selvas tropicales. (Adventurers explore the depths of the tropical rainforests.)

¿Ustedes exploran nuevas tendencias en la moda o prefieren un estilo clásico? (Do you explore new fashion trends or do you prefer a classic style?)

Los escritores exploran diferentes temas y géneros literarios. (Writers explore different themes and literary genres.)

En la clase de música, exploramos diferentes instrumentos y ritmos. (In music class, we explore different instruments and rhythms.)

Los jóvenes exploran sus intereses y pasiones a través de actividades extracurriculares. (Young people explore their interests and passions through extracurricular activities.)

Los emprendedores exploran nuevas oportunidades de negocio. (Entrepreneurs explore new business opportunities.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Explorar (to explore) in the Present Tense tense (Castilian 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.