What does "quien" mean in English?

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Spanish

quien

English

who

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Examples of how to use "quien" in Spanish

Spanish
No sé quien llamó por teléfono.
English
I don't know who called on the phone.
Spanish
No sé quien llamó ayer.
English
I don't know who called yesterday.
Spanish
Ella es quien decide aquí.
English
She is the one who decides here.
Spanish
Busca a quien pueda ayudarte.
English
Look for someone who can help you.
Spanish
Dime quien rompió el vaso.
English
Tell me who broke the glass.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "quien" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use it naturally in Spanish.

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No sé quien llamó por teléfono.

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