Mirar vs Ver - a little help

Question

If you sometimes find the choice between 'mirar' and 'ver' to be a little confusing seeing as both of these verbs can at times be translated as 'watching' or 'looking', then perhaps this lesson will help - ver vs mirar . There is also a section at the end about why you sometimes mirar is followed by an 'a' but at other times it isn't.

Gracias, a useful link with useful examples. - hinall01, Oct 12, 2012

Yep. Clear as mud. Thanks, Kiwi. - gringojrf, Oct 12, 2012

Thanks, Kiwi! - rac1, Oct 12, 2012

Answer 1

It does get confusing.

I try to remember that watching TV, a movie, or a sports event is almost always paired with the verb "ver and not "mirar."

That's a good tip, thanks! - rac1, Oct 12, 2012

Answer 2

In Bolivia both "ver" and "mirar" were used for "watching" TV.

Answer 3

Very nice, and thank's Kiwi. You've given me more to study!

Answer 4

Thanks Kiwi. I love your lessons