How to Say ‘Yes, I've turned it off and on twice.’ in Spain Spanish
Sí, lo he apagado y encendido dos veces.
see loh eh ah-pah-GAH-doh ee en-then-DEE-doh dos BEH-thehs
[see loh eh ah-pah-GAH-doh ee en-then-DEE-doh dos BEH-thehs]
🇪🇸 In Spain: In Spain, the everyday past for something done today or recently is he apagado, where much of Latin America would say apagué.
Phrase Breakdown
Sí, lo he apagado
see loh eh ah-pah-GAH-doh
Yes, I've turned it off
'Sí' with an accent means 'yes'. Pause briefly after it, then link the rest: lo-e-a-pa-GA-do.
Sí, lo he apagado antes.
Yes, I turned it off earlier.
Words in this phrase
Sí
[see]
yes
Adverb meaning 'yes'; used to confirm or agree.
Si te interesa la oferta, responde 'Sí' con confianza.
If the offer interests you, answer 'Yes' confidently.
lo
[loh]
it
A direct object pronoun meaning it, often referring to a plan, meeting, or task.
Lo confirmamos por correo después del evento.
We’ll confirm it by email after the event.
he
[eh]
I have
Auxiliary 'haber' for the present perfect, used before a past participle.
He comido mucho.
I have eaten a lot.
apagado
[ah-pah-GAH-doh]
turned off
Past participle of 'apagar' (to switch off).
He apagado la luz.
I have turned off the light.
y encendido dos veces.
ee en-then-DEE-doh dos BEH-thehs
and on twice.
'Dos veces' means 'two times' (twice). In Spain, 'c' in 'veces' sounds like 'th': BE-thes.
Lo he llamado dos veces.
I've called him twice.
Words in this phrase
y
[ee]
and
A conjunction used to connect words or ideas.
Busco una cultura cercana y humana.
I’m looking for a culture that is close and human.
encendido
[en-then-DEE-doh]
turned on
Past participle of 'encender' (to switch on, to light).
He encendido la calefacción.
I have turned on the heating.
dos
[dos]
two
Equivalent to the sum of one and one.
Tengo dos hermanos.
I have two brothers.
veces
[BEH-thehs]
times
Plural of 'vez', occasions.
Lo he hecho tres veces.
I've done it three times.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered feedback on what you say out loud
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Lessons for Your Situation
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“This app is my secret weapon in Barcelona! Just enough to go about daily life and no more feeling lost or helpless while my husband and I live abroad.”
Michelle C., 30, Mom of Two
“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”
Alex M., 42, Software Engineer
“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”
Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager