Poner Conjugation in Spanish

What does poner mean?

poner means to put, to place (cause to assume a specified position) in English. It is a irregular -er verb.

It can also be used with these related meanings: to write; to type (with a keyboard, etc.), (with a dative object) to send.

Principal forms of poner

Infinitive

poner

Gerund

poniendo

Past participle

puesto

Poner conjugation table

Compare the present, preterite, imperfect, and future forms. Reflexive pronouns are included where the verb requires them.

Pattern notes

• Its forms differ from a fully regular -er pattern in the present, preterite, future.
• Its past participle, puesto, is irregular.

Examples with poner

Practice prompts

1. Conjugate poner for yo in the present.
2. Use the preterite form for ella.
3. Say the nosotros/as imperfect form.
4. Write a short sentence in the future.