🇪🇸 How to say

“to look” in Spanish

mirar
Illustration of "to look" in a Spanish cultural setting
A person stands by a window, looking out at children playing in the park. Their gaze is focused and thoughtful, observing the simple scene of daily life.

Usage note

Use 'mirar' for the deliberate act of looking at or watching something, like a person, a screen, or a view. It's more active and focused than just seeing ('ver').

Examples

  • Me gusta mirar las nubes.

    I like to look at the clouds.

  • Mira el mapa para encontrar la calle.

    Look at the map to find the street.

  • Ella mira la televisión por la noche.

    She watches television at night.

Quick check

What does "mirar" mean?

  • A. to look
  • B. to be (permanent)
  • C. to think
  • D. to seem

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