Spanish Word · Intermediate
tentar
to tempt
Pronunciation: /tenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to tempt".
Example
A quien dice mil veces «Jesús» el día de la Exaltación de la Cruz, no le tienta el Demonio a la hora de la muerte.
Whoever says “Jesus” a thousand times on the day of the Exaltation of the Cross the devil does not tempt at the hour of death.
Practice tips
- Practice tentar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.