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No. 11,044 in Spanish

doy

"Doy" means "I give."

In a sentence

  • Yo doy clases de español.

    I give Spanish lessons.

    In this context, 'doy' is the first-person singular present tense of 'dar', meaning 'to give'. It is used here to indicate that the speaker provides Spanish lessons.

  • Siempre doy lo mejor de mí en el trabajo.

    I always give my best at work.

    Here, 'doy' conveys the act of performing to the best of one's ability, demonstrating a metaphorical use of 'to give'.

  • Te doy un consejo: estudia un poco cada día.

    I give you a piece of advice: study a little each day.

    In this sentence, 'doy' relates to handing over advice or suggesting something, showcasing a direct interaction.

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