Spanish · A2 · Everyday language
What I think and know in Spanish
Helping your child articulate their thoughts and feelings is a big milestone. In Spanish, we use the word 'que' (that) to connect verbs like 'think,' 'know,' and 'hope' to the rest of the sentence. Unlike in English, where we often drop 'that,' in Spanish, 'que' is essential for these structures.
What you'll learn
- Use 'que' to link thoughts and statements
- Express certainty using 'saber' (to know)
- Share opinions using 'pensar' or 'creer' (to think/believe)
- State hopes using 'esperar' (to hope)
Spanish phrases for what i think and know
Pienso que esta pieza cabe aquí.
I think that this piece fits here.
'Cabe' comes from the verb 'caber' (to fit).
Sé que necesitas más tiempo.
I know that you need more time.
'Sé' is the irregular 'I' form of 'saber' (to know information).
Espero que la abuela pueda venir mañana.
I hope that Grandma can visit tomorrow.
After 'hope,' the following verb (pueda) changes slightly to show it's a wish.
Dijiste que la rueda estaba rota.
You said that the wheel was broken.
'Estaba' is used for the past state of the wheel.
Pienso que tu plan es bueno.
I think that your plan is good.
Direct and simple way to validate your child's ideas.
Sé que el ruido es demasiado fuerte.
I know that the noise is too loud.
'Fuerte' is commonly used for loud sounds in Spanish.
¿Crees que Teddy necesita un amigo?
Do you think that Teddy needs a friend?
'Crees' comes from 'creer' (to believe/think).
Espero que podamos terminar juntos.
I hope that we can finish together.
'Podamos' is the 'we' form used after expressing a hope.
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que
that
Acts as a bridge between two parts of a sentence.
pieza
piece
Used for puzzles, blocks, or toy parts.
ruido
noise
A masculine noun: 'el ruido'.
roto / rota
broken
Must match the gender of the object (e.g., rueda rota).
Using 'que' as a Connector
In Spanish, 'que' connects a main verb to a full idea. Unlike English where we say 'I think it's good,' in Spanish you must say 'I think THAT it's good.'
| Use | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I think that... | Pienso que... | Pienso que es tarde. |
| I know that... | Sé que... | Sé que estás feliz. |
| You said that... | Dijiste que... | Dijiste que era azul. |
More examples
Sé que tienes frío.
I know (that) you are cold.
Spanish uses 'tienes' (you have) for physical sensations.
Pienso que el perro tiene hambre.
I think (that) the dog is hungry.
A great way to practice observing the world with your child.
Espero que te guste.
I hope (that) you like it.
A very common phrase when giving a gift or meal.