Signification
Asks if someone understands what is being explained or said.
Contexte culturel
Spaniards use '¿Me sigues?' frequently in social settings, often accompanied by the word '¿vale?' to double-check. In Mexico, '¿Me captas?' is a very popular alternative, especially among younger people or in urban areas. Due to 'voseo,' the stress is on the last syllable: '¿Me seguís?'. It's often used with a rising intonation at the end of sentences. Colombians might use '¿Me hago entender?' as a polite alternative to '¿Me sigues?' in professional environments.
The 'Nod' Rule
When someone asks you '¿Me sigues?', always nod and say 'Sí' or 'Te sigo' to keep the conversation friendly.
Don't Overuse
Using it every two sentences can make you sound like you think the listener is not very smart. Use it sparingly.
Signification
Asks if someone understands what is being explained or said.
The 'Nod' Rule
When someone asks you '¿Me sigues?', always nod and say 'Sí' or 'Te sigo' to keep the conversation friendly.
Don't Overuse
Using it every two sentences can make you sound like you think the listener is not very smart. Use it sparingly.
Teste-toi
Choose the most natural phrase to check if your friend understands your long story.
Entonces, mi jefe me dijo que no... ________
'¿Me sigues?' is the idiomatic way to check for understanding during a story.
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'seguir'.
Señor Pérez, la nueva política es complicada. ¿Me ________ (usted)?
Since it is 'Señor Pérez,' we use the formal 'usted' form of 'seguir' (sigue).
Match the phrase to the situation.
Which phrase fits best when you are explaining a complex math problem to a classmate?
In an educational context, it checks for logical comprehension.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Primero picas la cebolla, luego la fríes. ¿Me sigues? B: ________
The correct response to '¿Me sigues?' is 'Te sigo' or 'Sí, entiendo.'
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesEntonces, mi jefe me dijo que no... ________
'¿Me sigues?' is the idiomatic way to check for understanding during a story.
Señor Pérez, la nueva política es complicada. ¿Me ________ (usted)?
Since it is 'Señor Pérez,' we use the formal 'usted' form of 'seguir' (sigue).
Which phrase fits best when you are explaining a complex math problem to a classmate?
In an educational context, it checks for logical comprehension.
A: Primero picas la cebolla, luego la fríes. ¿Me sigues? B: ________
The correct response to '¿Me sigues?' is 'Te sigo' or 'Sí, entiendo.'
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsNot usually, but it depends on your tone. If said impatiently, it can be rude. In normal conversation, it's helpful.
It's better to use '¿Me sigue?' (formal) or '¿Me explico?' to be safe.
'¿Me sigues?' is neutral and standard. '¿Me captas?' is more informal and common in Mexico.
You can say: 'Perdona, me perdí' (Sorry, I got lost) or '¿Puedes repetir esa parte?'.
Expressions liées
¿Me explico?
similarAm I making myself clear?
¿Me captas?
synonymDo you catch my drift?
¿Entiendes?
similarDo you understand?
¿Viste?
similarSee? / You know?
