Poner vs Colocar

Question

Does anyone know what is the difference between these two?

Answer 1

This is a good one. These are synonymous. I can give you some examples.

Pónlo ahí por favor or Colóquelo ahí por favor.

Ponga atención a lo que le estoy diciendo.

Por favor, no coloque sus pies en el sofá.

Thanks Ricardo, I appreciate it. - dsmith70, Nov 19, 2009

Answer 2

Also, poner is to put, whereas colocar is to place.

Answer 3

Yes, I agree that this is an excellent question. From an instructional perspective, "poner" is probably more commonly taught in the earlier levels. In English we have a similar situation with the verbs "to put" and "to place" - or even "to set/to set down".

I agree - dsmith70, Nov 19, 2009