expresar

Senses

1. 1.

   to express

   to convey thoughts, feelings, or ideas in words or other means

2. 2.

   to state

   to articulate or declare something explicitly

3. 3.

   to squeeze out

   to extract or press out a liquid or substance (less common)

Examples

• "No sé cómo expresar mi gratitud."

  I don't know how to express my gratitude.

• "El poeta expresa sus emociones a través de la poesía."

  The poet expresses his emotions through poetry.

• "Quisiera expresar mi opinión sobre este tema."

  I would like to state my opinion on this matter.

Usage

A common, formal verb used in both written and spoken Spanish. Often followed by "mi/tu/su" + noun (expressing gratitude, opinion, feelings). Reflexive form "expresarse" emphasizes personal expression or communication style.