Irregular Verbs. pg 200. Oct 2012.v1

Question 1

INFINITIVE

Answer 1

PAST TENSE, PAST PARTICIPLE
VERB SPELLING
MEANING
SPANISH TRANSLATION

Question 2

become

Answer 2

became ,(has/had) become
bi-‘kəm, bē-
intransitive verb, 1 a : to come into existence b : to come to be , 2 : to undergo change or development; transitive verb : to be suitable to especially : to be becoming to
hacerse, convertirse en, llegar a ser, tornarse, transformarse en, volverse; ponerse, quedar; venir bien, ser conveniente; ser muy apropiado para, ir bien con, ser adecuado

Question 3

bet

Answer 3

bet ,bet 
'bet
"bet also bet·ted ; bet·ting; transitive verb, 1 a : to stake on the outcome of an issue or the performance of a contestant b : to be able to be sure that ? usually used in the expression you bet  ; 2 a : to maintain with or as if with a bet b : to make a bet with c : to make a bet on 
intransitive verb : to lay a bet"
apostar, hacer una apuesta sobre, ir por

Question 4

buy

Answer 4

bought ,bought
‘bī
transitive verb: 1 : to acquire possession, ownership, or rights to the use or services of by payment especially of money : PURCHASE 2 a : to obtain in exchange for something often at a sacrifice b : REDEEM 6 3 : BRIBE,HIRE 4 : to be the purchasing equivalent of 5 : ACCEPT,BELIEVE<i>―often used with into
comprar, adquirir, hacerse de, mercar; sobornar; aceptar, aceptar como cierto, creer en</i>

Question 5

burst

Answer 5

burst , burst
‘bərst
“intransitive verb ; 1 : to break open, apart, or into pieces usually from impact or from pressure from within
2 a : to give way from an excess of emotion b : to give vent suddenly to a repressed emotion
3 a : to emerge or spring suddenly b : LAUNCH, PLUNGE
4 : to be filled to the breaking point <a>
transitive verb
1 : to cause to burst
2 a : to force open (as a door or a way) by strong or vigorous action b : to flood over
3 : to produce by or as if by bursting “
explotar, estallar, reventar; quebrantar, romper</a>

Question 6

creep

Answer 6

crept, crept
krēp
crawl; climb; sneak, move along quietly and slowly
avanzar a rastras, avanzar lentamente, gatear

Question 7

cut

Answer 7

cut, cut
‘kət
“transitive verb:1 a : to penetrate with or as if with an edged instrument b : to hurt the feelings of c : to strike sharply with a cutting effect d : to strike (a ball) with a glancing blow that imparts a reverse spin e : to experience the growth of (a tooth) through the gum. 2 a : TRIM, PARE b : to shorten by omissions c : DILUTE, ADULTERATE d : to reduce in amount
intransitive verb:1 a : to function as or as if as an edged tool b : to undergo incision or severance c : to perform the operation of dividing, severing, incising, or intersecting d : to make a stroke with a whip, sword, or other weapon e : to wound feelings or sensibilities f : to cause constriction or chafing g : to be of effect, influence, or significance .2 a (1) : to divide a pack of cards especially in order to decide the deal or settle a bet (2) : to draw a card from the pack b : to divide spoils : SPLIT”
cortar, escindir; seccionar; interceptar, segar, aserrar, bisectar, cizallar, partir, rodajear, serruchar, tajar, tranzar, trozar; talar, podar, retajar, tallar; herir, acuchillar; ser incisivo

Question 8

draw

Answer 8

drew, drawn
drȯ
“transitive verb: 1 : to cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance. intransitive verb
1 : to come or go steadily or gradually
2 a : to move something by pulling b : to exert an attractive force “
dibujar, bosquejar, repintar, trazar; atraer; tirar de, halar, jalar; sacar, extraer; girar; descorrer; obtener como resultado, derivar, provocar

Question 9

drive

Answer 9

drove, driven
‘drīv
“transitive verb 1 a : to frighten or prod (as game or cattle) into moving in a desired direction b : to go through (an area) driving game animals 2 : to carry on or through energetically 3 a : to impart a forward motion to by physical force b : to repulse, remove, or cause to go by force, authority, or influence c : to set or keep in motion or operation d basketball : to move quickly and forcefully down or along
intransitive verb 1 a : to dash, plunge, or surge ahead rapidly or violently b : to progress with strong momentum c : to make a quick and forceful move in basketball 2 a : to operate a vehicle b : to have oneself carried in a vehicle 3 : to drive a golf ball”
conducir, dirigir, guiar, manejar; impulsar, accionar, impeler, propulsar; volver; incitar

Question 10

eat

Answer 10

ate, eaten
‘ēt
“transitive verb: 1 : to take in through the mouth as food : ingest, chew, and swallow in turn; 2 a : to destroy, consume, or waste by or as if by eating b : to bear the expense of : take a loss on ; 3 a : to consume gradually : CORRODE b : to consume with vexation : BOTHER
intransitive verb: 1 : to take food or a meal; 2 : to affect something by gradual destruction or consumption―usually used with into, away, or at “
comer, alimentarse de; almorzar, comer en la mesa, ingerir comida, manducar, merendar

Question 11

feel

Answer 11

felt, felt
‘fēl
“transitive verb: 1 a : to handle or touch in order to examine, test, or explore some quality b : to perceive by a physical sensation coming from discrete end organs (as of the skin or muscles) 2 a : to undergo passive experience of b : to have one’s sensibilities markedly affected by 3 : to ascertain by cautious trial―usually used with out 4 a : to be aware of by instinct or inference b : BELIEVE,THINK
intransitive verb 1 a : to receive or be able to receive a tactile sensation b : to search for something by using the sense of touch 2 a : to be conscious of an inward impression, state of mind, or physical condition b : to have a marked sentiment or opinion 3 : SEEM 4 : to have sympathy or pity <i> –feel like : to have an inclination for “
sentirse; palpar, tocar; advertir; considerar</i>

Question 12

find

Answer 12

found, found
‘fīnd
“transitive verb 1 a : to come upon often accidentally : ENCOUNTERb : to meet with (a particular reception) 2 a : to come upon by searching or effort b : to discover by study or experiment c : to obtain by effort or management d : ATTAIN,REACH 3 a : to discover by the intellect or the feelings : EXPERIENCE b : to perceive (oneself) to be in a certain place or condition c : to gain or regain the use or power of d : to bring (oneself) to a realization of one’s powers or of one’s proper sphere of activity 4 a : PROVIDE,SUPPLYb : to furnish (room and board) especially as a condition of employment 5 : to determine and make a statement about
intransitive verb : to determine a case judicially by a verdict “
encontrar, hallar; detectar, encontrarse con; localizar; descubrir, comprobar, desentrañar

Question 13

get

Answer 13

got, got
‘get, ÷’git
“transitive verb 1 a : to gain possession of b : to receive as a return : EARN 2 a : to obtain by concession or entreaty 2 : to acquire wealth 3 a : to be able b : to come to be―often used with following present participle 4 a : to succeed in becoming : BECOME b : to become involved “
conseguir, abastecerse de, adquirir, agenciarse, lograr, lograr obtener, procurarse; recibir, alcanzar; hacerse; ponerse; atrapar, coger, contraer; llegar; quedar; llevar; moverse hacia

Question 14

hear

Answer 14

heard, heard
‘hir
“transitive verb 1 : to perceive or apprehend by the ear 2 : to gain knowledge of by hearing 3 a : to listen to with attention : HEEDb : ATTEND 4 a : to give a legal hearing to b : to take testimony from
intransitive verb 1 : to have the capacity of apprehending sound 2 a : to gain information : LEARNb : to receive communication 4―often used in the expression Hear! Hear! to express approval (as during a speech)”
oír, lograr oír

Question 15

hold

Answer 15

held, held
hōld
“transitive verb 1 a : to have possession or ownership of or have at one’s disposal b : to have as a privilege or position of responsibility c : to have as a mark of distinction 2 : to keep under restraint : as a : to prevent free expression of b : to prevent from some action c : to keep back from use <i> d : to delay temporarily the handling of
intransitive verb 1 a : to maintain position : refuse to give ground b : to continue in the same way or to the same degree : LAST―often used with up 2 : to derive right or title―often used with of or from 3 : to be or remain valid : APPLY―often used in the phrase hold true”
sujetar, agarrar, mantener, mantener a la fuerza, contener, guardar, poseer; creer que, aseverar, mantener la opinión que; sostener, creer en; cumplir; soportar, aguantar</i>

Question 16

hit

Answer 16

hit , hit
‘hit
“transitive verb 1 a : to reach with or as if with a blow b : to come in contact with c : to strike (as a ball) with an object (as a bat, club, or racket) so as to impart or redirect motion 2 a : to cause to come into contact b : to deliver (as a blow) by action c : to apply forcefully or suddenly 3 : to affect especially detrimentally
intransitive verb 1 a : to strike a blow b : to arrive with a forceful effect like that of a blow 2 a : to come into contact with something b : ATTACKc of a fish : STRIKE 11Bd : BAT 1 3 : to succeed in attaining or coming up with something―often used with on or upon “
golpear, asestar un golpe a, pegar; chocar, pegar un golpe; acertar, atinar a, percutir

Question 17

keep

Answer 17

kept, kept
‘kēp
“transitive verb 1 : to take notice of by appropriate conduct : FULFILL: as a : to be faithful to b : to act fittingly in relation to c : to conform to in habits or conduct d : to stay in accord with (a beat) 2 : PRESERVE,MAINTAIN: as a : to watch over and defend
intransitive verb 1 chiefly British : LIVE,LODGE 2 a : to maintain a course, direction, or progress b : to continue usually without interruption c : to persist in a practice “
mantener, conservar, guardar, guardarse, quedarse con, reservar, reservarse, retener; continuar, celebrar, observar, seguir; conservarse, mantenerse; alojar, dar alojamiento a, dar hospedaje

Question 18

know

Answer 18

knew, known
‘nō
“transitive verb 1 a (1) : to perceive directly : have direct cognition of (2) : to have understanding of (3) : to recognize the nature of : DISCERNb (1) : to recognize as being the same as something previously known (2) : to be acquainted or familiar with (3) : to have experience of 2 a : to be aware of the truth or factuality of : be convinced or certain of b : to have a practical understanding of 3 archaic : to have sexual intercourse with
intransitive verb 1 : to have knowledge 2 : to be or become cognizant―sometimes used interjectionally with you especially as a filler in informal speech”
saber; estar en conocimiento de, tener por sabido; conocer, estar informado sobre; ser sabio

Question 19

leave

Answer 19

left, left
‘lēv
“transitive verb 1 a (1) : BEQUEATH,DEVISE (2) : to have remaining after one’s death b : to cause to remain as a trace or aftereffect 2 a : to cause or allow to be or remain in a specified condition b : to fail to include or take along c : to have as a remainder d : to permit to be or remain subject to another’s action or control e : LETf : to cause or allow to be or remain available
intransitive verb : SET OUT,DEPART”
salir, ausentarse, egresar, emigrar, irse, largarse, marcharse, partir, retirarse, tomar el portante, zarpar; dejar

Question 20

lose

Answer 20

lost,lost
lüz
“transitive verb 1 a : to bring to destruction―used chiefly in passive construction b : DAMN 2 : to miss from one’s possession or from a customary or supposed place 3 : to suffer deprivation of : part with especially in an unforeseen or accidental manner
intransitive verb 1 : to undergo deprivation of something of value 2 : to undergo defeat 3 of a timepiece : to run slow”
perder, perderse

Question 21

put

Answer 21

put, put
pu̇t
“transitive verb 1 a : to place in a specified position or relationship : LAY b : to move in a specified direction c (1) : to send (as a weapon or missile) into or through something : THRUST(2) : to throw with an overhand pushing motion d : to bring into a specified state or condition <a> e : to prescribe a specified regimen for―usually used with on
intransitive verb 1 : to start in motion : GOespecially : to leave in a hurry 2 of a ship : to take a specified course –put forth 1 a : ASSERT,PROPOSEb : to make public : ISSUE 2 : to bring into action : EXERT 3 : to produce or send out by growth 4 : to start out”
poner, aplicar, colocar, depositar, posar</a>

Question 22

run

Answer 22

ran, run
rən
“transitive verb 1 a : to cause (an animal) to go rapidly : ride or drive fast b : to bring to a specified condition by or as if by running c : to go in pursuit of : HUNT,CHASE d : to follow the trail of backward : TRACE e : to enter, register, or enroll as a contestant in a race f : to put forward as a candidate for office g : to carry (the football) on a running play 2 a : to drive (livestock) especially to a grazing place b : to provide pasturage for (livestock) c : to keep or maintain (livestock) on or as if on pasturage
intransitive verb 1 a : to go faster than a walk specifically : to go steadily by springing steps so that both feet leave the ground for an instant in each step b of a horse : to move at a fast gallop c : FLEE,RETREAT,ESCAPE d : to utilize a running play on offense―used of a football team 2 a : to go without restraint : move freely about at will b : to keep company : CONSORT<a> c : to sail before the wind in distinction from reaching or sailing close-hauled d : ROAM,ROVE”
correr, apresurarse, darse prisa, marchar; poner a funcionar, fluir; (inform.) activar, poner en funcionamiento, ejecutar un programa, correr un programa</a>

Question 23

say

Answer 23

said, said
‘sā, Southern also ‘se
“transitive verb 1 a : to express in words : STATEb : to state as opinion or belief : DECLARE 2 a : UTTER,PRONOUNCEb : RECITE,REPEAT 3 a : INDICATE,SHOW b : to give expression to : COMMUNICATE<a> 4 : SUPPOSE,ASSUME
intransitive verb : to express oneself : SPEAK –say·er'sā-ər, ‘ser\noun –say uncle : to admit defeat –that is to say : in other words : in effect –to say nothing of : not to mention : and notably in addition “
decir, aseverar, dejar dicho, dejar expresar</a>

Question 24

see

Answer 24

saw, seen
sē
“transitive verb 1 a : to perceive by the eye b : to perceive or detect as if by sight 2 a : to have experience of : UNDERGO b : to come to know : DISCOVERc : to be the setting or time of 3 a : to form a mental picture of : VISUALIZE b : to perceive the meaning or importance of : UNDERSTANDc : to be aware of : RECOGNIZE d : to imagine as a possibility : SUPPOSE
intransitive verb 1 a : to give or pay attention b : to look about 2 a : to have the power of sight b : to apprehend objects by sight c : to perceive objects as if by sight 3 a : to grasp something mentally b : to acknowledge or consider something being pointed out 4 : to make investigation or inquiry”
ver, distinguir, mirar, presenciar; discernir, entender

Question 25

send

Answer 25

sent, sent
send
“transitive verb 1 : to cause to go: as a : to propel or throw in a particular direction b : DELIVER c : DRIVE 2 : to cause to happen 3 : to dispatch by a means of communication
intransitive verb 1 a : to dispatch someone to convey a message or do an errand―often used with out b : to dispatch a request or order―often used with away 2 : TRANSMIT”
enviar, cursar, mandar, remesar, remitir

Question 26

set

Answer 26

set, set
set
“transitive verb 1 : to cause to sit : place in or on a seat 2 a : to put (a fowl) on eggs to hatch them b : to put (eggs) for hatching under a fowl or into an incubator 3 : to place (oneself) in position to start running in a race
intransitive verb 1 chiefly dialect : SIT 2 : to be becoming : be suitable : FIT 3 : to cover and warm eggs to hatch them 4 a : to affect one with or as if with weight b : to place oneself in position in preparation for an action (as running)”
colocar, fijar, poner, situar, ubicar; ajustar, regular; determinar, dejar asentado, establecer, imponer; sedimentarse, coagular, cuajar

Question 27

shake

Answer 27

shook, shaken
shāk
“transitive verb 1 : to brandish, wave, or flourish often in a threatening manner 2 : to cause to move to and fro, up and down, or from side to side especially in a repetitive, rhythmic, or quick jerky manner 3 : to cause to quake, quiver, or tremble
intransitive verb 1 : to move irregularly to and fro 2 : to vibrate especially as the result of a blow or shock 3 : to tremble as a result of physical or emotional disturbance “
sacudir, agitar, cimbrear, convulsionar, disturbar, zarandear; menear; batir, bazucar, bazuquear, mazar, remover, revolver; estremecerse, cimbrar, temblar, trepidar, zarandearse; ser estremecedor

Question 28

shut

Answer 28

shut , shut
shət
“transitive verb 1 a : to move into position to close an opening b : to prevent entrance to or passage to or from 2 : to confine by or as if by enclosure 3 : to fasten with a lock or bolt 4 : to close by bringing enclosing or covering parts together 5 : to cause to cease or suspend an operation or activity―often used with down
intransitive verb 1 : to close itself or become closed 2 : to cease or suspend an operation or activity―often used with down”
cerrar, cerrar con fuerza

Question 29

sink

Answer 29

sank, sunk
siŋk
“transitive verb 1 a : to cause to sink b : to force down especially below the earth’s surface c : to cause (something) to penetrate 2 : IMMERSE,ABSORB 3 a : to dig or bore (a well or shaft) in the earth : EXCAVATEb : to form by cutting or excising
intransitive verb 1 a : to go to the bottom : SUBMERGEb : to become partly buried (as in mud) c : to become engulfed 2 a (1) : to fall or drop to a lower place or level (2) : to flow at a lower depth or level (3) : to burn with lower intensity (4) : to fall to a lower pitch or volume b : to subside gradually : SETTLEc : to disappear from view d : to slope gradually : DIP 3 a : to soak or become absorbed : PENETRATEb : to become impressively known or felt “
hundirse, irse a pique, irse al fondo, naufragar, sucumbir, sumergirse, sumirse, zahondar, zozobrar; echar a pique

Question 30

speak

Answer 30

spoke, spoken
spēk
“transitive verb 1 a (1) : to utter with the speaking voice : PRONOUNCE(2) : to give a recitation of : DECLAIMb : to express orally : DECLARE c : ADDRESS,ACCOSTespecially : HAIL 2 : to make known in writing : STATE 3 : to use or be able to use in speaking 4 : to indicate by other than verbal means
intransitive verb 1 a : to utter words or articulate sounds with the ordinary voice : TALKb (1) : to express thoughts, opinions, or feelings orally (2) : to extend a greeting (3) : to be friendly enough to engage in conversation c (1) : to express oneself before a group (2) : to address one’s remarks 2 a : to make a written statement b : to use such an expression―often used in the phrase so to speak c : to serve as spokesperson 3 a : to express feelings by other than verbal means b : SIGNALc : to be interesting or attractive : APPEAL”
hablar, disertar, hacer uso de la palabra, parlar, pronunciar

Question 31

spend

Answer 31

spent, spent
spend
“transitive verb 33 2 a : EXHAUST,WEAR OUT b : to consume wastefully : SQUANDER 3 : to cause or permit to elapse : PASS 4 : GIVE UP,SACRIFICE
intransitive verb 1 : to expend or waste wealth or strength 2 : to become expended or consumed 3 : to have an orgasm”
gastar, consumir, desembolsar, erogar; pasar

Question 32

swim

Answer 32

swam , swum
swim
“transitive verb 1 a : to cross by propelling oneself through water b : to execute in swimming 41
intransitive verb 1 a : to propel oneself in water by natural means (as movements of the limbs, fins, or tail) b : to play in the water (as at a beach or swimming pool) 2 : to move with a motion like that of swimming : GLIDE<a> 3 a : to float on a liquid : not sink b : to surmount difficulties : not go under 4 : to become immersed in or flooded with or as if with a liquid 5 : to have a floating or reeling appearance or sensation”
nadar, bañarse, bracear; cruzar a nado, atravesar a nado</a>

Question 33

take

Answer 33

took, taken
tāk
“transitive verb 1 : to get into one’s hands or into one’s possession, power, or control: as a : to seize or capture physically b : to get possession of (as fish or game) by killing or capturing c (1) : to move against (as an opponent’s piece in chess) and remove from play (2) : to win in a card game d : to acquire by eminent domain 2 : GRASP,GRIP
intransitive verb 1 : to obtain possession: as a : CAPTUREb : to receive property under law as one’s own 2 : to lay hold : CATCH,HOLD 3 : to establish a take especially by uniting or growing “
tomar, apropiarse de, coger, prender, quedarse con, recibir, tomar prestado, tomarse; llevar, conducir; soportar, aceptar, aguantar; ingerir; entender, conceptuar; asumir; sustraer, quitar

Question 34

tell

Answer 34

told, told
tel
“transitive verb 1 : COUNT,ENUMERATE 2 a : to relate in detail : NARRATE b : to give utterance to : SAY 3 a : to make known : DIVULGE,REVEAL 42 4 : to serve as evidence or indication”
decir, anunciar, asegurar, avisar, confiar, contar, hacer saber a, informar, mencionar, mentar, narrar, referir, relatar, reportar; pedir, contar todo, soltar; hacer distinción entre

Question 35

think

Answer 35

thought , thought
thiŋk
“transitive verb 1 : to form or have in the mind 2 : to have as an intention 3 a : to have as an opinion b : to regard as : CONSIDER
intransitive verb 1 a : to exercise the powers of judgment, conception, or inference : REASONb : to have in the mind or call to mind a thought 2 a : to have the mind engaged in reflection : MEDITATEb : to consider the suitability 3 : to have a view or opinion “
pensar, raciocinar, razonar, reflexionar; opinar; ser pensante

Question 36

weep

Answer 36

wept, wept
wēp
“transitive verb 1 : to express deep sorrow for usually by shedding tears : BEWAIL 2 : to pour forth (tears) from the eyes 3 : to exude (a fluid) slowly : OOZE<a>
intransitive verb 1 : to express passion (as grief) by shedding tears 2 a : to give off or leak fluid slowly : OOZEb of a fluid : to flow sluggishly or in drops 3 : to droop over : BEND”
llorar, lagrimar, sollozar</a>

Question 37

Transitive verb

Answer 37

verb which describes an action performed on an object by using “the”

Question 38

Intransitive verb

Answer 38

Ingrammar, an intransitiveverb is a verb that has no object. This is distinct from atransitive verb, which takes one or more objects. Both classes of verb are related to the concept of thetransitivityof a verb.

Question 39

Transitivity

Answer 39

Inlinguistics, transitivity is a property ofverbsthat relates to whether a verb can takedirect objectsand how many such objects a verb can take. It is closely related tovalency, which considers otherverb argumentsin addition todirect objects.