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demostrar means to demonstrate / to prove — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 6, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

demostrar

verb • /[deh-mohs-TRAR]/

to demonstrate / to prove

Example:

El estudio demuestra la eficacia del método.

The study demonstrates the method’s effectiveness.

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🧠 What does demostrar mean?

The Spanish verb 'demostrar' means 'to demonstrate' or 'to prove.' It's used when you want to show something clearly, provide evidence for something, or make something evident. It can refer to demonstrating a skill, proving a point in an argument, or even showing affection.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito demostrar mi conocimiento del español en el examen.
    I need to demonstrate my knowledge of Spanish on the exam.
  • Los científicos demostraron que la teoría era correcta.
    The scientists proved that the theory was correct.
  • Ella le demostró su amor con un abrazo.
    She showed him her love with a hug.
  • El abogado demostró la inocencia de su cliente.
    The lawyer proved his client's innocence.
  • Quiero demostrar mis habilidades en la cocina.
    I want to demonstrate my cooking skills.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to demonstrate / to prove' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'to demonstrate' or 'to prove' in Spanish is 'demostrar.'
How do you pronounce 'demostrar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced deh-mohs-TRAR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'demostrar' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'Quiero demostrar mi talento.' (I want to demonstrate my talent.) or 'Ella demostró que estaba equivocado.' (She proved that he was wrong).
What is the English translation of 'demostrar'?
'Demostrar' translates to 'to demonstrate' or 'to prove' in English.
Does 'demostrar' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'demostrar' conjugates like a regular -ar verb, changing its ending depending on the subject pronoun (yo, tú, él/ella/usted, nosotros/nosotras, vosotros/vosotras, ellos/ellas/ustedes).
Is 'demostrar' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'demostrar' is a fairly common verb used in both formal and informal conversations.
Does 'demostrar' have slang or double meanings?
While 'demostrar' doesn't have any particularly slangy meanings, the way it's used to show affection can sometimes have subtle nuances depending on the context.
Is 'demostrar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'demostrar' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'demostrar' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense conjugation: Yo demuestro, Tú demuestras, Él/Ella/Usted demuestra, Nosotros/Nosotras demostramos, Vosotros/Vosotras demostráis, Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes demuestran.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "demostrar"

Synonyms: probar, evidenciar, manifestar
Opposites: ocultar, esconder, disimular

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'demostrar' comes from the Latin word 'demonstrare,' which has the same meaning.

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