Veas (en. You see)

/ˈbe.as/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To perceive something through sight.
I hope you see the beautiful landscape from the top of the mountain.
Espero que veas el paisaje hermoso desde la cima de la montaña.
To realize something.
It is important that you see the signs that indicate the way.
Es importante que veas las señales que te indican el camino.
To understand or comprehend what is observed.
Even if you don’t believe it, I want you to see my point of view.
Aunque no lo creas, quiero que veas mi punto de vista.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'videre', which means 'to see'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

see what you want
Do what you want.
veas lo que quieras
I see you
Indicates that you are attentive to what someone is doing.
te veo
see the time
Refers to the importance of observing the current time.
veas la hora

Related Words

see
Action of perceiving with sight.
ver
sight
Ability to see.
vista
visual
Related to sight.
visual
observation
Action of observing attentively.
observación

Slang Meanings

To see something unexpected.
When I arrived at the party, I didn't see anyone I knew.
Cuando llegué a la fiesta, no veía a nadie conocido.
To understand a situation.
When they explained it to me, I finally saw the thing clearly.
Cuando me explicaron, finalmente vi la cosa clara.