Te enseñaré
/te enseɲaɾe/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'I will show you' is translated into Spanish as Te enseñaré.
This phrase is used when you intend to teach a skill or demonstrate how to do something to another person. The verb enseñar specifically covers both the act of teaching a skill and the act of showing an object or a way. You can emphasize your personal role in the action by adding yo to the beginning of the phrase (e.g., Yo te mostraré) or highlight your personal commitment by placing yo at the end of the phrase Voy a mostrarte (e.g., Voy a mostrarte yo).
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase Te enseñaré is composed of the indirect object pronoun te (you) and the future tense of the verb enseñar (to teach or to show).
Which one should you use?
Other forms exist depending on the verb and level of formality. For example, Te mostraré and Voy a mostrarte are also informal ways to say 'I will show you'.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin American countries, Le voy a mostrar is a common formal way to say 'I will show you'.
How do you pronounce it?
/te enseɲaɾe/
Did you know?
- While enseñar means 'to show' or 'to teach', it is also used in Spanish to describe the act of showing one's teeth when smiling or snarling.
- The verb enseñar comes from the same root as the word señal, which means 'signal' or 'sign', reflecting the idea that teaching is the act of pointing out signs.
- In some contexts, Te enseñaré can be used as a threat, meaning 'I will show you (what happens)', similar to how English speakers use 'I'll show you' when angry.
Examples in context
- Te enseñaré la ciudad.I will show you around the city.This sentence uses Te enseñaré to describe showing someone around a city.Tatoeba #1116606 by marcelostockle, translation #246182 by CK
- Sígueme, y te enseñaré el camino.Follow me and I will show you the way.This sentence uses Te enseñaré to describe showing someone the way.Tatoeba #1116709 by marcelostockle, translation #249715 by sacredceltic
- Señor López, le mostraré el nuevo proyecto.Mr. López, I will show you the new project.
- Doctora Sánchez, le voy a mostrar cómo utilizar este equipo médico.Doctor Sánchez, I will show you how to use this medical equipment.
- Amigo, te mostraré cómo tocar la guitarra.Friend, I will show you how to play the guitar.
- Hermana, voy a mostrarte el regalo que compré para mamá.Sister, I will show you the gift I bought for mom.
- ¡No te preocupes, yo te mostraré cómo hacerlo!Don't worry, I will show you how to do it!
- Déjame hacerlo. Voy a mostrarte yo.Let me do it. I will show you myself.
- Amiga, te enseñaré cómo hacer el mejor guacamole.Friend, I will show you how to make the best guacamole.
- Te enseñaré a cocinar este plato.I will teach you how to cook this dish.
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Example conversation
Alejandro wants to learn how to play the guitar from Elena.
- Elena¿Sabes tocar la guitarra?Do you know how to play the guitar?
- AlejandroNo, pero quiero aprender.No, but I want to learn.
- ElenaNo te preocupes, te enseñaré pronto.Don't worry, I will teach you soon.
- Alejandro¡Muchas gracias, Elena!Thank you so much, Elena!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
