creer

Senses

1. 1.

   to believe

   to accept as true; to have faith in

2. 2.

   to think

   to suppose or hold an opinion

3. 3.

   to believe in

   to have faith or confidence in someone/something

Examples

• "No creo que sea verdad."

  I don't think it's true.

• "Creo en Dios."

  I believe in God.

• "¿Crees que vendrá mañana?"

  Do you think he'll come tomorrow?

Usage

One of the most common Spanish verbs. Often used with "que" (creer que...), sometimes omitted in negative constructions for emphasis (¿Creo yo?). Common mistake: confusing *creer* (to believe/think) with *crear* (to create).