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Conjugation Chart of “Utilizar” (to use) in the Present Tense

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Understanding the Present Tense of “Utilizar”

The Present Tense of utilizar is used to describe actions happening now or habitual actions. For example, Utilizo mi computadora para trabajar. (I use my computer for work.)

Utilizar is a regular -ar verb, so its conjugations in the present tense follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

How to Use Utilizar in the Present Tense

Utilizar generally means to use or employ something, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.

To use or employ: For example, Utilizo una computadora para trabajar. (I use a computer for work.)

To take advantage of: For example, Utilizo cada oportunidad para aprender. (I take advantage of every opportunity to learn.)

To consume or spend: For example, Utilizo mucho papel en la oficina. (I use a lot of paper at the office.)

To exploit or manipulate (colloquial): For example, No me utilices para tus propósitos egoístas. (Don’t use me for your selfish purposes.)

To have sexual relations with (vulgar): For example, Ese chico sólo te utiliza para el sexo. (That guy only uses you for sex.)

Real Life Examples of Utilizar in the Present Tense

Yo utilizo mi teléfono para navegar por Internet. (I use my phone to browse the Internet.)

¿Utilizas las redes sociales para mantenerte en contacto con tus amigos? (Do you use social media to stay in touch with your friends?)

Mi hermana utiliza una aplicación para rastrear sus gastos. (My sister uses an app to track her expenses.)

Utilizamos un servicio de streaming para ver películas y series. (We use a streaming service to watch movies and shows.)

¿Utilizáis algún método especial para estudiar? (Do you use any special method for studying?)

Ellos utilizan un programa de edición de video para sus proyectos. (They use a video editing program for their projects.)

En mi trabajo, utilizo una herramienta de colaboración en línea. (At my job, I use an online collaboration tool.)

¿Qué aplicaciones utilizas para mantenerte en forma? (What apps do you use to stay in shape?)

Los chicos utilizan un juego de realidad virtual para divertirse. (The kids use a virtual reality game to have fun.)

Utilizamos un servicio de entrega a domicilio para comprar comida. (We use a food delivery service to order food.)

¿Utilizáis algún método especial para aprender idiomas? (Do you use any special method for learning languages?)

Mis padres utilizan una aplicación para controlar su presupuesto familiar. (My parents use an app to manage their household budget.)

En mi tiempo libre, utilizo una aplicación de meditación para relajarme. (In my free time, I use a meditation app to relax.)

¿Utilizas algún truco para ahorrar dinero? (Do you use any tricks to save money?)

Ellos utilizan un sistema de gestión de proyectos para organizar su trabajo. (They use a project management system to organize their work.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Utilizar (to use) in the Present 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.