B1 Collocation Neutral

Dar por sentado

To take for granted

Meaning

To assume something is true or will happen without questioning it.

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Cultural Background

Often used in political discourse to criticize the opposition for assuming voter loyalty. Frequently used in family contexts to emphasize the importance of visiting parents. Used in social commentary about the economy and the assumption that things will always be 'okay'. Used in professional settings to warn against assuming project success.

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Focus on the 'que'

Always follow the phrase with 'que' when introducing a clause.

Meaning

To assume something is true or will happen without questioning it.

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Focus on the 'que'

Always follow the phrase with 'que' when introducing a clause.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.

No ____ por sentado que él vendrá a la fiesta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: des

The imperative form for 'tú' is 'des'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase. Fill Blank B1

No ____ por sentado que él vendrá a la fiesta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: des

The imperative form for 'tú' is 'des'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is neutral and works in almost any situation.

Related Phrases

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Dar por hecho

synonym

To assume something is a fact.

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Dar por supuesto

synonym

To assume something is true.

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