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What are the spells Harry Potter says and when?

It's impossible to list *every* spell Harry uses in the books, as there are a lot! But here are some of the most memorable ones, and when he uses them:

Early Spells

* Wingardium Leviosa: The levitation charm, Harry struggles with this in his first year.

* Lumos: The spell that makes a wand tip glow for light. He uses this often throughout the series.

* Alohomora: The unlocking charm, Harry uses this to get into forbidden areas.

* Expelliarmus: The disarming charm, a signature move of Harry's and one he uses repeatedly, most notably against Voldemort.

* Accio: The summoning charm, used for retrieving items from a distance.

Later Spells

* Protego: The shield charm, used for defense against curses.

* Stupefy: The stunning spell, used to temporarily incapacitate opponents.

* Sectumsempra: A powerful cutting spell, accidentally learned from a book. Harry uses it against Draco Malfoy in the Half-Blood Prince.

* Expecto Patronum: The Patronus charm, used to repel Dementors and dark creatures. Harry's Patronus is a stag.

Important Notes:

* The Elder Wand: As the owner of the Elder Wand, Harry is able to perform powerful spells that others wouldn't be able to.

* Different Spells, Different Times: Harry's spell repertoire expands as he progresses through the series. He's initially limited, but later on, he masters more advanced and complex spells.

Beyond the Spells:

* Non-Verbal Magic: As Harry grows, he becomes more adept at casting spells without speaking the incantation.

* The Power of Love: Harry's greatest strength isn't his knowledge of spells, but his love and determination, which ultimately allow him to defeat Voldemort.

If you'd like to learn more about any specific spell or a particular spell Harry uses, let me know and I can give you more detail!

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