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Spanish Phrase

También puedes verlo en la tele.

/tamˈbjen ˈpweðes ˈbeɾ.lo en la ˈte.le/
Meaning"You can also watch it on TV."
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Meaning

This sentence tells someone that, in addition to other options, they are able to watch the program or video on television. It combines the idea of possibility (puedes) with an added suggestion (también).

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When to use

Use it when you want to suggest an alternative way to view something after mentioning other platforms (e.g., streaming, computer). It works in casual conversation, especially when talking about movies, series, news, or sports.

Grammar Breakdown

Tambiénpuedesverloenlatele

1

También

Adverb meaning 'also' or 'too', placed at the beginning for emphasis.

2

puedes

Second‑person singular present of poder, expressing ability or permission.

3

verlo

Infinitive 'ver' + enclitic direct‑object pronoun 'lo'; the pronoun attaches to the infinitive.

4

en la tele

Prepositional phrase meaning 'on TV'; 'tele' is the colloquial abbreviation of 'televisión'.

🗨In Conversation

A

¿Dónde puedo ver la final del partido?

Where can I watch the final match?

También puedes verlo en la tele.

You can also watch it on TV.

B

Common Mistakes

  • tambien puedes verlo en la tele.

    Missing accent on the í; the correct form is 'también'.

  • puedes ver lo en la tele.

    The pronoun must be attached to the infinitive: 'verlo', not 'ver lo'.

  • También puedes verlo en la TV.

    Mixing English abbreviation 'TV' with Spanish sentence sounds unnatural; use 'tele' or 'televisión'.

Alternatives

  • También puedes verlo en la televisión.

    You can also watch it on television.

  • Puedes verlo también en la tele.

    You can also watch it on TV.

  • También lo puedes ver en la tele.

    You can also see it on TV.

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Cultural Tip

In most Spanish‑speaking countries 'tele' is informal and common in spoken language, while 'televisión' is preferred in written or formal contexts. Remember that the direct‑object pronoun attaches to the infinitive (verlo) rather than standing alone, which is a typical feature of Spanish grammar.