English–Spanish
“turn off” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/apaˈɣaɾ/
Example
No olvides apagar la estufa antes de salir.
Don't forget to turn off the stove before you leave.
How to say “turn off” in Spanish
“Turn off” in Spanish is apagar.
A hand pressing a light switch down.
Example sentences with apagar
¿Puedes apagar la televisión cuando termines?
Can you turn off the television when you finish?
Tips for using apagar
- Use apagar with a direct object (apagar la luz) and use apagarse when something goes out on its own, and do not use apagar to cancel plans (use cancelar or suspender instead).