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Qué inquires about definitions, time, explanations, or identifies something. It’s the direct translation of ‘what’. Cuál means...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/cual-vs-que/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Cuál vs Qué: Key Differences You Need to Know">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Cu\u00e1l vs Qu\u00e9: Key Differences You Need to Know","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/cual-vs-que\/","articleBody":"Cu\u00e1l vs qu\u00e9 is a topic that often confuses Spanish learners. Qu\u00e9 inquires about definitions, time, explanations, or identifies something. It\u2019s the direct translation of \u2018what\u2019. Cu\u00e1l means \u2018what\u2019 when used to ask for personal information and also inquires about preferences (which). Unlike qu\u00e9, cu\u00e1l has a plural form.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 te dijo Jean? What did Jean tell you?\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1l helado quieres? Which ice cream do you want?\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1les son los mejores restaurantes y qu\u00e9 tipo de comida venden? Which are the best restaurants and what type of food do they sell?\u00a0\n\n\n\nIn the following sections, you\u2019ll find more detailed information about when and how to use cu\u00e1l and qu\u00e9.\n\n\n\nCu\u00e1l vs Qu\u00e9: Key Points\n\n\n\n\u2018Qu\u00e9\u2019 is the direct translation of \u2018what\u2019 and asks about meanings, definitions, explanations, or time.\u00a0It can also be used to identify things or places. In this context, it may be translated as \u2018which\u2019.\u00a0\u2018Qu\u00e9\u2019 only has a singular form and it can work with nouns and verbs.\u00a0In affirmative sentences, qu\u00e9 can be used with adjectives or adverbs to emphasize qualities or react to a situation.\u00a0Cu\u00e1l means \u2018what\u2019 when used to ask about personal information, such as name, address, email, phone number, etc.\u00a0It means \u2018which\u2019 when asking for people\u2019s preferences from a group of things.\u00a0It implies a choice between two or more options.\u00a0Cu\u00e1l works with nouns and, as such, it has a plural form.\u00a0\n\n\n\nWhen to  Use Cu\u00e1l in Spanish\n\n\n\nCu\u00e1l is the Spanish question word we use to ask people to choose something from a group of things \u2013preferences. \n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1l + (noun) + [conjugated verb]?\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1l vestido te llevaste? Which dress did you take?\n\n\n\nMayra, \u00bfcu\u00e1l de estas blusas te gusta?\u00a0 Mayra, which of these blouses do you like?\u00a0\n\n\n\nLas dos sopas se ven ricas, \u00bfcu\u00e1l me recomiendas? The two soups look delicious, which one do you recommend?\n\n\n\nCu\u00e1l also identifies things from a larger group:\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1l + [ser conjugated] + [noun]\n\n\n\nGiovanna, \u00bfcu\u00e1l es tu mochila?\u00a0 Giovanna, which one is your backpack?\n\n\n\nDisculpa, \u00bfsabes cu\u00e1l es el sal\u00f3n de espa\u00f1ol? Excuse me, do you know which is the Spanish classroom?\u00a0\n\n\n\nIncorrect \n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 es tu color favorito? What\u2019s your favorite color?\n\n\n\nCorrect\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1l es tu color favorito? What\u2019s your favorite color?\n\n\n\nOn top of asking for choices and personal preferences, in Spanish, cu\u00e1l also asks for personal information, such as:\n\n\n\nNamePhone numberAddressEmail \/ AccountsPasswords \n\n\n\nIn this context, cu\u00e1l is always translated as \u2018what\u2019:\n\n\n\nNaomi, \u00bfcu\u00e1l es tu apellido? Naomi, what\u2019s your last name?\n\n\n\n\u00bfSabes cu\u00e1l es el n\u00famero de la pizzer\u00eda? Do you know what the pizzeria\u2019s number is?\n\n\n\nSi quieres, puedo pasar por ti. \u00bfCu\u00e1l es tu direcci\u00f3n? If you want, I can pick you up. What\u2019s your address?\u00a0\n\n\n\nHow and When to Use Qu\u00e9\n\n\n\nUnlike cu\u00e1l, where we expect a choice or personal information, qu\u00e9 inquires broader information. The main function of this question word is to ask for explanations, facts, definitions, and time. \n\n\n\nBecause it asks for a wider range of information,  qu\u00e9 works with nouns and conjugated verbs. \n\n\n\n\u00bfA qu\u00e9 hora empez\u00f3 el partido? What time did the game start?\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 van a hacer ma\u00f1ana? What are you guys going to do tomorrow?\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 son las enchiladas y con qu\u00e9 se comen? What are enchiladas and what do you eat them with?\n\n\n\nQu\u00e9 also identifies things from a larger group, but it doesn\u2019t imply that a choice needs to be made:\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 pel\u00edcula vieron? What movie did you guys watch?\u00a0\n\n\n\nOye, y \u00bfqu\u00e9 libros est\u00e1s leyendo?\u00a0 Hey, and what books are you reading?\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 tipo de pizza quieres ordenar? What type of pizza do you want to order?\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: Even though qu\u00e9 doesn\u2019t have a plural form, it does work with plural nouns.\n\n\n\nWatch the Cu\u00e1l vs Qu\u00e9 Video Lesson\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/r13fQi31lls\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/lM9Kn5X6Dh8\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Spanish Immersion Lesson!Qu\u00e9 vs cu\u00e1l is a topic that often confuses many Spanish learners. 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Ser conveys information related to inherent qualities, which are characteristics associated with an object or person’s...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/when-to-use-ser/" aria-label="Continue Reading: When to Use Ser in Spanish: Real-Life Examples & Tips">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"When to Use Ser in Spanish: Real-Life Examples & Tips","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/when-to-use-ser\/","articleBody":"As a key Spanish verb, it\u2019s essential to understand how and when to use ser. Ser conveys information related to inherent qualities, which are characteristics associated with an object or person\u2019s identity. Some of the information ser conveys includes:\n\n\n\nIdentifying people or thingsTime and dateLocation of eventsDescriptions OriginProfession Relationships and possessionsPassive voice\n\n\n\nSus pap\u00e1s son doctores.\u00a0 His parents are doctors.\u00a0\n\n\n\nYo soy Daniela y ella es mi mam\u00e1.\u00a0 I am Daniela and she is my mom.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfDe qu\u00e9 parte de Espa\u00f1a eres? What part of Spain are you from?\u00a0\n\n\n\nWhen to Use Ser Key Points\n\n\n\nSer means \u2018to be\u2019, but it refers to inherent qualities. Characteristics a person was born with or an object created.It\u2019s paired with adjectives of physical appearance, personality, or nationality.\u00a0It only indicates the location of events. The location of people, places, and things is conveyed by estar.\u00a0\u2018Ser de + noun\u2019 is the formula to express origin or the material of something.The passive voice with ser focuses on the direct object of the sentence, rather than the subject. Use the structure \u2018ser + past participle\u2019 to form it.\u00a0\n\n\n\nIn this guide, you\u2019ll learn the different ways to use ser in real-life situations. \n\n\n\n1. Using Ser for an Event\u2019s Location\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, the location of an event is expressed with ser since this information and the type of event are inherent information. These are traits the event was created with.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLa boda de Ana fue en Canc\u00fan.\u00a0 Ana\u2019s wedding was in Cancun.\u00a0\n\n\n\nMi graduaci\u00f3n va a ser en el auditorio.\u00a0 My graduation is going to be in the Auditorium.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLa fiesta ser\u00e1 en el sal\u00f3n que est\u00e1 en el parque.\u00a0 The party will be in the salon that\u2019s in the park.\u00a0\n\n\n\nExamples of nouns that you can combine with ser are:\n\n\n\nBautizo: Baptism Boda: WeddingCita: Date \/ AppointmentConcierto: ConcertExamen: ExamFiesta: PartyGraduaci\u00f3n: GraduationObra: Play \n\n\n\n2. Identifying People, Places & Things\n\n\n\nIn daily-life conversations, ser allows you to identify someone or something. This includes introducing people or pointing at things. \n\n\n\nEsta es Alice, mi vecina.\u00a0 This is Alice, my neighbor.\n\n\n\nYo soy la due\u00f1a de la casa, \u00bfusted qui\u00e9n es? I am the owner of the house, who are you?\n\n\n\n\u00bfAqu\u00ed es la escuela de espa\u00f1ol? \u00bfO es enfrente? Is the Spanish school here? Or is it across the street?\n\n\n\nThe situation exposed in example #3 often confuses learners. At first sight, it seems that we\u2019re expressing the school\u2019s location. However, we\u2019re actually identifying the school from a group of buildings.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: As a tip, you can only express the location of places we know. If the place is unknown to you or the other person, you may need to use ser to identify or the impersonal form hay to express existence. \n\n\n\nIdentifying also relates to expressing possession or talking about relationships. \n\n\n\nEsos son mis perros.\u00a0Those are my dogs.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLa hija de la maestra es mi vecina.\u00a0The teacher\u2019s daughter is my neighbor.\u00a0\n\n\n\n3. Describing Something or Someone\n\n\n\nOne of the most common applications of ser in Spanish is to describe things and people. Specifically, it describes their personality and physical traits, such as: \n\n\n\nSize or heightColor (hair, eyes, skin, etc)ShapeTexture \n\n\n\n[Ser conjugated] + [adjective]\n\n\n\nAurora es delgada y alta. Aurora is thin and tall.\n\n\n\nSus ojos son caf\u00e9s y grandes. Her eyes are brown and big.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLa mesa es cuadrada y r\u00fastica.\u00a0 The table is square and rustic.\u00a0\n\n\n\nNuestra vecina es muy buena con los ni\u00f1os.\u00a0 Our neighbor is very good with kids.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: The verb estar also describes people or objects, but focuses on slightly different information. You can check a more detailed explanation in my guide on ser vs estar. \n\n\n\n4. Talking About a Place\u2019s Weather\n\n\n\nAlthough there are many verbs to talk about the weather in Spanish, ser is exclusively used to express how the climate of a place usually is. \n\n\n\nC\u00e1lido: WarmCaluroso: HotFr\u00edo: ColdTropical: TropicalLluvioso: RainyH\u00famedo: HumidTemplado: MildSeco: Dry\n\n\n\nEsta ciudad es muy c\u00e1lida y h\u00fameda.\u00a0 This city is very warm and humid.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAqu\u00ed, las noches son muy fr\u00edas y secas.\u00a0 Here, nights are cold and dry.\u00a0\n\n\n\nEl clima en M\u00e9xico es muy caluroso. Algunas zonas son muy lluviosas.\u00a0 In Mexico, the weather is very hot. Some areas are quite rainy.\u00a0\n\n\n\n5. Ser + De: Expressing Origin & Material\n\n\n\nThe verb ser is combined with the preposition de to express a person or object\u2019s origin: \n\n\n\n[Ser conjugated] + de + (determiner) + [noun]\n\n\n\n\u00bfEres del sur de la ciudad?\u00a0 Are you from the south of the city?\n\n\n\nEsas manzanas son de nuestro huerto.\u00a0 Those apples are from our orchard.\n\n\n\nAndrew y M\u00f3nica son de Francia. \u00bfUstedes de d\u00f3nde son? Andrew and Monica are from France. Where are you from?\n\n\n\nTake Note: You can express nationality using this structure, or you could also use an adjective of nationality. \n\n\n\nSer + de is also used to describe the material of something:\n\n\n\nSus zapatos son de cuero.\u00a0 Her shoes are leather.\u00a0\n\n\n\nQuiero un vestido que sea de seda.\u00a0 I want a silk dress.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLa pel\u00edcula que queremos ver es de terror.\u00a0 The movie we want to see is a horror film.\n\n\n\n\u00bfDe qu\u00e9 era la pizza que ordenamos? \u00bfEra de pepperoni? What was the pizza we ordered? Was it pepperoni?\n\n\n\nTake Note: When referring to possession, the structure ser + de allows you to clarify or introduce the owner of something for the first time.\n\n\n\nEsas llaves no son tuyas, son de Lauren.\u00a0 Those keys are not yours, they are Lauren\u2019s.\u00a0\n\n\n\n6. Talking about Profession or Long-Term Occupations\n\n\n\nA person\u2019s profession or trades are part of his or her identity. As a result, this information is also delivered with the verb ser. \n\n\n\n[Ser conjugated] + [noun]\n\n\n\nMi hermanito quiere ser astronauta.\u00a0 My baby brother wants to be an astronaut.\u00a0\n\n\n\nRa\u00fal es futbolista y su esposa es pintora.\u00a0 Raul is a soccer player and his wife is a painter.\u00a0\n\n\n\nMarina y Carla son meseras en ese restaurante.\u00a0 Marina and Carla are waitresses in that restaurant.\u00a0\u00a0\n\n\n\n7. Expressing Affiliations\n\n\n\nIn daily-life situations, native Spanish speakers also use ser to express religious or political affiliations since this information conveys who a person is.\u00a0\n\n\n\nMis pap\u00e1s son cat\u00f3licos. My parents are catholic.\n\n\n\nEsos candidatos son socialistas.\u00a0 Those candidates are socialist.\u00a0\n\n\n\nChris no es cristiano, creo que es ateo.\u00a0 Chris is not Christian, I think he is atheist.\u00a0\n\n\n\n8. Saying or Asking for the Price\n\n\n\nIn the context of buying and paying for things, ser is used to ask for the total price of something:\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1nto es?\u00a0 How much is it?\n\n\n\nFueron doscientos pesos de los boletos.\u00a0 It was two hundred pesos for the tickets.\u00a0\n\n\n\nVan a ser cincuenta d\u00f3lares por los dos.\u00a0 It\u2019s going to be fifty dollars for the two of you.\u00a0\n\n\n\nYou can also use the formal question \u00bfcu\u00e1l es el precio de\u2026? to inquire about the price of something.\u00a0\n\n\n\nDisculpe, \u00bfcu\u00e1l es el precio de las flores? Excuse me, what is the price of the flowers?\n\n\n\n9. Forming the Passive Voice\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, ser is one of the key elements to form the passive voice, which is used to emphasize the direct object in a sentence. \n\n\n\n[Ser conjugated] + [past participle]\n\n\n\nEl libro fue publicado en 1990.\u00a0 The book was published in 1990.\u00a0\n\n\n\nEsa pintura ser\u00e1 vendida al mejor postor.\u00a0 That painting will be sold to the best bidder.\n\n\n\nTodas las aplicaciones son revisadas cuidadosamente.\u00a0 All the applications are carefully reviewed.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: In this context, the Spanish past participles work as adjectives. As a result, they must agree with the noun in gender and number. ","headline":"When to Use Ser in Spanish: Real-Life Examples & Tips","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-06-02","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"June 2, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/When-to-Use-Ser-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/yo-tambien-vs-a-mi-tambien/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Yo-también-vs-A-mí-También-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Yo También vs A Mí También: Quick Differences + Examples</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/yo-tambien-vs-a-mi-tambien/">Yo También vs A Mí También: Quick Differences + Examples</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Yo también vs a mí también are often confused since they both mean ‘me too’, ‘too’ or ‘I also’. But in Spanish, yo también expresses agreement with affirmative sentences formed with...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/yo-tambien-vs-a-mi-tambien/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Yo También vs A Mí También: Quick Differences + Examples">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Yo Tambi\u00e9n vs A M\u00ed Tambi\u00e9n: Quick Differences + Examples","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/yo-tambien-vs-a-mi-tambien\/","articleBody":"Yo tambi\u00e9n vs a m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n are often confused since they both mean \u2018me too\u2019, \u2018too\u2019 or \u2018I also\u2019. But in Spanish, yo tambi\u00e9n expresses agreement with affirmative sentences formed with most verbs. A m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n also shows agreement, but it only responds to verbs like gustar.\u00a0\n\n\n\nCharlie trabaja todos los d\u00edas. Yo tambi\u00e9n.\u00a0 Charlie works every day. Me too.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA Charlie le gusta correr. A m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n. Charle likes running. Me too.\n\n\n\nYo tambi\u00e9n vi esa pel\u00edcula y a m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n me gust\u00f3.\u00a0 I also watched that movie and I liked it too.\n\n\n\nYo Tambi\u00e9n vs A m\u00ed Tambi\u00e9n: Key Points\n\n\n\nBoth yo tambi\u00e9n and a m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n show agreement with an affirmative statement.\u00a0They mean \u2018me too\u2019 or \u2018I also\u2019.The difference between them is the type of verb they respond to.\u00a0\u2018Yo tambi\u00e9n\u2019 conveys positive agreement with most verbs where the speaker is the subject.\u00a0\u2018A m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n\u2019 is the response for verbs like \u2018gustar\u2019 (interesar, encantar, agradar, etc) or when the person is the indirect object in the sentence.\u00a0\u2018Tampoco\u2019 means \u2018neither\u2019 and expresses agreement with negative statements.\u00a0Use \u2018subject\/prepositional pronoun + s\u00ed\u2019 to express disagreement with a negative statement.Use \u2018subject\/prepositional pronoun + no\u2019 to express disagreement with an affirmative statement.To express agreement or disagreement for others, you must adjust the pronouns accordingly.\u00a0\n\n\n\nWhen to Use Yo Tambi\u00e9n\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, yo tambi\u00e9n conveys agreement with an affirmative statement. However, it can only be used with verbs where the people involved in the conversation perform the action.\n\n\n\nSpanishEnglishPersona 1: Ma\u00f1ana tengo que trabajar.Person 1: I have to work tomorrow.T\u00fa: Yo tambi\u00e9n.\u00a0You: Me too!\n\n\n\n\u00a1Qu\u00e9 bueno que est\u00e1s bien! Yo tambi\u00e9n estoy bien.\u00a0 I\u2019m glad you are okay! I\u2019m well too.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfTe levantas a las cinco de la ma\u00f1ana? \u00a1Yo tambi\u00e9n!\u00a0 Do you wake up at five in the morning? Me too!\u00a0\u00a0\n\n\n\nYo tambi\u00e9n vivo cerca del parque.\u00a0 I live near the park too.\n\n\n\nTake Note: In simple terms, yo tambi\u00e9n is used to respond to most verbs.\u00a0\n\n\n\nNote that you can adjust this structure to express agreement for others. To do so, you simply need to replace yo with a name, noun, or Spanish subject pronoun. \n\n\n\nHans habla espa\u00f1ol y ellos tambi\u00e9n.\u00a0 Hans speaks Spanish and they do too.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfVan a ir al cine? Nosotros tambi\u00e9n queremos ir. Are you guys going to the movies? We want to go too.\u00a0\n\n\n\nWhen to Use A M\u00ed Tambi\u00e9n in Spanish\n\n\n\nSimilar to yo tambi\u00e9n, a m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n also expresses agreement with a positive statement. However, the main difference is that a m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n can only respond to statements where you are the indirect object of the sentence, including verbs like gustar.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n me encantan las flores.\u00a0 I also like flowers.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA Lorena le interesa la pintura. A m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n.\u00a0 Lorena is interested in painting. Me too.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfTe hablaron de la oficina? A m\u00ed tambi\u00e9n, \u00bfsabes qu\u00e9 pas\u00f3? Did the office call you? They called me too. Do you know what happened?\n\n\n\nTake Note: M\u00ed is a prepositional pronoun in Spanish. These are pronouns we place after prepositions, such as a. \n\n\n\nWhen to Use Tambi\u00e9n and Tampoco\n\n\n\nAs shown in the previous sections, tambi\u00e9n conveys agreement with positive statements. On the other hand, tampoco (neither) shows agreement with a negative sentence. \n\n\n\n\u00bfNo quieres ir a trabajar? Yo tampoco.\u00a0 You don\u2019t want to go to work? Me neither.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA Lalo no le gustan los gatos. A m\u00ed tampoco.\u00a0 Lalo doesn\u2019t like cats. Me neither.\n\n\n\nLaura no come carne. T\u00fa tampoco, \u00bfverdad? Laura doesn\u2019t eat meat. Neither do you, right?\u00a0\n\n\n\nA nosotros no nos interesan los deportes y a ellas tampoco.\u00a0 We\u2019re not interested in sports and neither are they.\u00a0\n\n\n\nExpress disagreement in Spanish\n\n\n\nWhen combined with subject and prepositional pronouns, the words s\u00ed and no are used to express disagreement. In this context, s\u00ed disagrees with a negative statement:\n\n\n\n\u00bfNo te gustan los gatos? \u00a1A nosotros s\u00ed! \u00a1Nos encantan! You don\u2019t like cats? We do! We love them!\n\n\n\nMi mam\u00e1 no trabaja los s\u00e1bados, pero yo s\u00ed.\u00a0 My mom doesn\u2019t work on Saturdays, but I do.\u00a0\n\n\n\nNo disagrees with an affirmative statement:\n\n\n\nJulieta habla tres idiomas. Yo no, yo hablo dos.\u00a0 Julieta speaks three languages. I don\u2019t, I speak two.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA mi hermano le dieron un carro nuevo. A m\u00ed no me dieron nada.\u00a0 They gave my brother a new car. They didn\u2019t give me anything.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: With words to express agreement and disagreement, we use subject pronouns when somebody performs the action. However, we must use prepositional pronouns if the person is the indirect object in the sentence. ","headline":"Yo Tambi\u00e9n vs A M\u00ed Tambi\u00e9n: Quick Differences + Examples","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-06-02","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"June 2, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Yo-tambie\u0301n-vs-A-mi\u0301-Tambie\u0301n-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/mi-in-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mi-in-Spanish-101_-Mi-vs-Mí-vs-Me-vs-Yo-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Mi in Spanish 101: Mi vs Mí vs Me vs Yo – Tips + Examples</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/mi-in-spanish/">Mi in Spanish 101: Mi vs Mí vs Me vs Yo – Tips + Examples</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>There is a significant difference in the pronouns mi vs mí. Mi is a possessive adjective that works in front of singular nouns, and it means ‘my’. Mí, with an accent, is a pronoun that is...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/mi-in-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Mi in Spanish 101: Mi vs Mí vs Me vs Yo – Tips + Examples">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Mi in Spanish 101: Mi vs M\u00ed vs Me vs Yo – Tips + Examples","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/mi-in-spanish\/","articleBody":"There is a significant difference in the pronouns mi vs m\u00ed. Mi is a possessive adjective that works in front of singular nouns, and it means \u2018my\u2019. M\u00ed, with an accent, is a pronoun that is placed after prepositions in Spanish. These words should not be confused with the object pronoun me. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMi in Spanish: Key Points\n\n\n\n\u2018Yo\u2019, \u2018mi\u2019, \u2018m\u00ed\u2019, and \u2018me\u2019 are different types of Spanish pronouns for the first person singular. However, they all have different functions. Here are some roles to keep in mind:\n\n\n\nAs a possessive adjective, mi (without accent) indicates possession or relationships.\u00a0It\u2019s placed before singular nouns, and has a plural form.\u00a0M\u00ed with an accent is a prepositional pronoun and is placed after most prepositions \u2013para m\u00ed, a m\u00ed, por m\u00ed, etc.\u00a0Me is an object pronoun and communicates that the first person singular is the object of the sentence.\u00a0It can be reflexive if the subject performs the action on itself.\u00a0It works as a direct object pronoun if someone else performs the action on this person.\u00a0Me is an indirect object pronoun when the person is affected or benefited by the action.As a subject pronoun, yo replaces the subject of the sentence \u2013 the person who performs the action.\u00a0\n\n\n\nIn the following sections, you\u2019ll learn the specific situations where you must use each one of these Spanish words. \n\n\n\nMi vs M\u00ed\n\n\n\nMi vs m\u00ed are distinguished by the absence or presence of an accent mark. The accent not only indicates a difference in pronunciation, but also changes these words' meanings. \n\n\n\nMi without an accent is the singular Spanish possessive adjective for \u2018yo\u2019. As a result, it indicates that something belongs to this pronoun. A key characteristic of mi is that it must be placed before a singular noun.\n\n\n\nMi + [singular noun]\n\n\n\nMi mochila est\u00e1 sucia.\u00a0 My backpack is dirty.\u00a0\n\n\n\nEse es mi hermano.\u00a0 That one is my brother.\u00a0\n\n\n\nDej\u00e9 mi cartera en tu carro. I left my wallet in your car.\u00a0\n\n\n\nKatie y Ben son mis amigos.\u00a0 Katie and Ben are my friends.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAs shown in the previous example, mi has a plural form (mis). \n\n\n\nTake Note: When the context is clear and you can omit the belonging or relationship, you can use the possessive adjective m\u00edo instead of mi \u2013 \u201cesa es m\u00eda\u201d. \n\n\n\nM\u00ed with an accent is a prepositional pronoun in Spanish. In other words, this is a pronoun we use instead of \u2018yo\u2019 and that we must place after most prepositions.   \n\n\n\n[Preposition] + m\u00ed\n\n\n\nA m\u00ed me gusta leer.\u00a0 I like reading.\n\n\n\n\u00bfHiciste ese pastel para m\u00ed? \u00a1Qu\u00e9 lindo!\u00a0 Did you make that cake for me? How nice!\u00a0\n\n\n\nGracias a m\u00ed, mis amigas encontraron sus bolsas. Thanks to me, my friends found their bags.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake Note: Like mi vs m\u00ed, there are other sets of words whose meanings are affected by accent marks. Some examples are si vs s\u00ed, te vs t\u00e9, and el vs \u00e9l. \n\n\n\nWhen to Use Me in Spanish\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, me is an object pronoun. It expresses that the first person singular (yo) is the object of a sentence. Depending on its role, me can be an indirect, direct, or reflexive pronoun. \n\n\n\nAs a reflexive pronoun, me communicates that I\u2019m both the subject and object of the action. In other words, it indicates that I perform the action on myself. For example:\n\n\n\nYo me cepillo el cabello.\u00a0 I brush my hair.\u00a0\n\n\n\nMe despert\u00e9 muy temprano.\u00a0 I woke up very early.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfMe pongo el vestido que me regalaste? Should I wear the dress you gave me?\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, me, as a direct object pronoun, indicates that the first person singular is the target of the action, the person to whom we do something. \n\n\n\n\u00bfS\u00ed me quieres? Do you love me?\n\n\n\nMi prima me maquilla.\u00a0 My cousin puts makeup on me.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLaura me deja en la oficina todos los d\u00edas.\u00a0 Laura leaves me in the office everyday.\u00a0\n\n\n\nWhen working as a Spanish indirect object pronoun, me communicates that this person is affected or benefited by the action. \n\n\n\n\u00a0Dime qu\u00e9 dijo.\u00a0 Tell me what she said.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfMe compras esas flores? Can you buy me those flowers?\n\n\n\n\u00bfMe pongo el vestido que me regalaste? Should I wear the dress you gave me?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUsing the Pronoun Yo\n\n\n\nYo is a subject pronoun for the first person singular and indicates who performs the action of a sentence. For example:\n\n\n\nYo soy maestra.\u00a0 I am a teacher.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfT\u00fa cu\u00e1ndo puedes? Yo puedo el domingo.\u00a0 When can you do it? I can on Sunday.\u00a0\n\n\n\nYo me ba\u00f1o en las ma\u00f1anas despu\u00e9s de correr.\u00a0 I shower in the morning after running.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: Due to the verb conjugation, subject pronouns in Spanish can be omitted without affecting the meaning of the sentence. This is not the case with \u2018mi\u2019, \u2018m\u00ed\u2019, and \u2018me\u2019, which are mandatory to keep the meaning of a statement. \n\n\n\nDownload Lesson PDF\n\n\n\nWatch the Video Lesson\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=5kr1GKX1mDQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/AIA5cqcNJ2w\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Spanish Immersion Lesson!Mi, m\u00ed, me, and yo are often confused and can be difficult for beginners to understand. You can watch the English explanation or opt to test your comprehension skills by watching the Spanish video lesson.","headline":"Mi in Spanish 101: Mi vs M\u00ed vs Me vs Yo – Tips + Examples","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-06-02","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"June 2, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Mi-in-Spanish-101_-Mi-vs-Mi\u0301-vs-Me-vs-Yo-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/contractions-in-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/al-del_-contractions-in-spanish-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Contractions in Spanish: When to Use Del & Al</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/contractions-in-spanish/">Contractions in Spanish: When to Use Del & Al</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Del and al are contractions in Spanish that must be used with singular masculine nouns. Al is the contraction of the preposition a + el, whereas del is the contraction of the preposition de +...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/contractions-in-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Contractions in Spanish: When to Use Del & Al">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Contractions in Spanish: When to Use Del & Al","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/contractions-in-spanish\/","articleBody":"Del and al are contractions in Spanish that must be used with singular masculine nouns. Al is the contraction of the preposition a + el, whereas del is the contraction of the preposition de + el. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese contractions have a few elements in common \u2013 the definite article el and the fact that they can only work with singular masculine nouns. But since they\u2019re formed with unique Spanish prepositions, their applications differ. \n\n\n\nCheck these examples:\n\n\n\nEse libro es del vecino. Ponlo al lado de la tele. That\u2019s the neighbor\u2019s book. Put it next to the TV. \n\n\n\nClara se fue del banco a las cuatro para ir al dentista.Clara left the bank at four to go to the dentist.\n\n\n\n\nSpanish Contractions Key Points\n\n\n\nAl and del are the only two contractions in Spanish, and they\u2019re crucial for communication. Here are some key points to keep in mind:\n\n\n\nBoth al and del contract with the article el. As a result, they work with singular masculine nouns.A + el = al. De + el = del. Al expresses direction, destination, location, time, or introduces the object in a sentence. Del indicates origin and possession. It can also be used in comparative sentences.The prepositions a and de must be used instead of the contractions with:Proper nouns: \u201cde Mexico\u201d or \u201ca El Paso, Texas\u201d. Feminine or plural nouns: \u201ces de los ni\u00f1os\u201d, \u201cvoy a la tienda\u201d. Singular masculine nouns preceded by Spanish determiners other than \u2018el\u2019: \u201ces de mi hijo\u201d. \n\n\n\n\nWhen to Use Del in Spanish\n\n\n\nDel in Spanish (de + el) is used in sentences that express origin, comparisons or possession, as long as these statements are formed with singular masculine nouns: \n\n\n\nDel + [singular masculine noun]\n\n\n\nMi mam\u00e1 es del norte de M\u00e9xico.My mom is from northern Mexico.\n\n\n\nLa hija del profesor es doctora.The professor's daughter is a doctor.\n\n\n\nEsas galletas son del ni\u00f1o de rojo.Those cookies are the kid\u2019s in red. \n\n\n\nSa\u00fal es el m\u00e1s r\u00e1pido del equipo.Sa\u00fal is the fastest in the team. \n\n\n\nNo creo que la leche sirva, es del quince de marzo. I don't think the milk is good; it\u2019s from March fifteen. \n\n\n\nDe vs del \n\n\n\nThe Spanish contraction del is not used with feminine or plural nouns. With these elements, you must use the preposition de and the appropriate article. \n\n\n\nDe + [feminine\/plural article] + [feminine\/plural noun]\n\n\n\nEl hijo de la profesora tiene 5 a\u00f1os.The teacher's son is 5 years old.\n\n\n\nEsas galletas son de los ni\u00f1os.Those cookies are the kids\u2019 cookies.\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to singular masculine nouns, de must also be used instead of del if working with proper Spanish nouns or if a common noun is preceded by other determiners, such as possessive or demonstrative adjectives. \n\n\n\nCheck these examples:\n\n\n\nDe + (determiner) + [noun]\n\n\n\nYo soy de M\u00e9xico, \u00bft\u00fa de d\u00f3nde eres?I\u2019m from Mexico. Where are you from?\n\n\n\nEl celular de mi mam\u00e1 est\u00e1 en la mesa.My mom's cell phone is on the table.\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1l es la serie m\u00e1s vista de este mes?What\u2019s the most watched TV show this month?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow & When to Use Al in Spanish\n\n\n\nAl in Spanish is the contraction of a + el, and it\u2019s also used with singular masculine nouns. Because of the nature of the preposition a, these nouns are often used to express: \n\n\n\nDirection\/DestinationLocationTimeDirect and indirect objects\n\n\n\nHere are some examples:\n\n\n\nAl + [singular masculine noun]\n\n\n\nDespidieron al primo de Luis.They fired Luis's cousin.\n\n\n\n\u00bfQuieres ir al cine ma\u00f1ana?Do you want to go to the movies tomorrow?\n\n\n\nDej\u00e9 mis llaves junto al tel\u00e9fono de Tina.I left my keys next to Tina\u2019s phone. \n\n\n\nAl rato voy a llevar al perro al veterinario.Later, I\u2019m going to take the dog to the vet. \n\n\n\nSimilar to del, the contraction al in Spanish must not be used with: \n\n\n\nFeminine or plural nouns preceded by articles.Proper nouns.Singular masculine nouns preceded by other determiners, such as possessives. \n\n\n\nYou can see these rules in the following examples:\n\n\n\nA + (determiner) + [noun]\n\n\n\nVamos a ir a El Paso.We\u2019re going to El Paso.\n\n\n\n\u00bfPuedes llevar a las ni\u00f1as a la tienda?Can you take the girls to the store?\n\n\n\nJuan le regal\u00f3 un dulce a Luis.Juan gave a candy to Luis.  \n\n\n\nVen a este banco y de aqu\u00ed nos vamos al cine.Come to this bank and from here we\u2019ll go to the movies. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Using the preposition a to introduce the object of a sentence is known as personal a in Spanish. If that object is direct, you will not see this structure in English.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOWNLOAD PDF LESSON","headline":"Contractions in Spanish: When to Use Del & Al","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-05-06","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"May 6, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/al-del_-contractions-in-spanish-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/el-with-or-without-accent/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/El-vs-Él_-Key-Differences-in-Spanish-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to El vs Él: Key Differences in Spanish</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/el-with-or-without-accent/">El vs Él: Key Differences in Spanish</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>El vs él are two different words. El without an accent is a definite article (the) and more often it’s placed before concrete singular masculine nouns. Él with an accent is a pronoun for the 3rd...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/el-with-or-without-accent/" aria-label="Continue Reading: El vs Él: Key Differences in Spanish">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"El vs \u00c9l: Key Differences in Spanish","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/el-with-or-without-accent\/","articleBody":"El vs \u00e9l are two different words. El without an accent is a definite article (the) and more often it\u2019s placed before concrete singular masculine nouns. \u00c9l with an accent is a pronoun for the 3rd person singular: it replaces a male subject or object. Depending on the sentence, \u00e9l means \u2018he\u2019 or \u2018him\u2019. \n\n\n\nEl tel\u00e9fono azul es de \u00e9l.The blue phone is for him.El hospital est\u00e1 a dos cuadras.The hospital is two blocks away.\u00c9l es el pap\u00e1 de ese ni\u00f1o. He is that boy\u2019s father. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEl vs \u00e9l are terms with specific roles and, as such, they work with different elements and constructions. Since they\u2019re both crucial, in the following sections, you\u2019ll learn their differences by learning when and how to use each term. \n\n\n\n\n\nEl vs \u00c9l: Key Points\n\n\n\nEl vs \u00e9l is a set of crucial words that you must master. Here are the primary aspects you need to remember: \n\n\n\nThe meaning of el vs \u00e9l changes based on the presence or absence of the accent mark. El without an accent is a definite article (the) and conveys specificity. It\u2019s placed before singular masculine nouns \u2013el perro, el ni\u00f1o, el cami\u00f3n. El + adjective\/adverb identifies and describes a noun that\u2019s been omitted \u2013el rojo. \u00c9l with an accent is a pronoun and, as such, it replaces a noun from the sentence. Depending on its role in the sentence, it can be a subject or a prepositional pronoun. \n\n\n\n\n\nHow & When to Use El in Spanish\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, el without an accent is a definite article. It\u2019s placed before singular masculine nouns to indicate that such a thing, person, place, or concept is specific. \n\n\n\nFor example:\n\n\n\nEl ni\u00f1o est\u00e1 buscando a su perro.The boy is looking for his dog.El perro que est\u00e1 en el patio es m\u00edo.The dog that is in the yard is mine.Voy a ver a Mateo el mes que viene.I\u2019m going to see Mateo next month.El banco est\u00e1 al lado del teatro.The bank is next to the theater. \n\n\n\nAs you can see in the last examples, when combined with the prepositions \u2018a\u2019 and \u2018de\u2019, el is part of the Spanish contractions al and del. \n\n\n\nSince days of the week in Spanish are masculine, they\u2019re preceded by el when using these words as time expressions: \n\n\n\nDonna llega el mi\u00e9rcoles.Donna arrives on Wednesday.El viernes tengo una cita con el doctor.On Friday I have an appointment with the doctor.\u00bfPuedes el lunes? Si no, estoy libre los martes. Can you do it on Monday? If not, I\u2019m free on Tuesdays. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Both el and la mean \u2018the\u2019, but in Spanish, they\u2019re applied depending on the noun\u2019s gender. El works with masculine nouns, whereas la is used for feminine nouns. \n\n\n\nWhen the context is clear and the noun can be omitted, el can be combined with adverbs and adjectives that help you identify and describe the noun. \n\n\n\nA m\u00ed me gusta el rojo.I like the red one.Voy a comprar el m\u00e1s barato.I\u2019m going to buy the cheapest one. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the El vs \u00c9l Video Lesson\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DOdgKpCXgH0\n\n\n\n\nWhen Should You Use \u00c9l\n\n\n\n\u00c9l with an accent is a Spanish pronoun, meaning that it replaces a noun in a sentence. Depending on what it replaces and elements it works with, \u00e9l can be a subject or prepositional pronoun. \n\n\n\nAs a subject pronoun, \u00e9l substitutes a male subject: the person or thing that performs the action or is in a certain state. \n\n\n\n\u00c9l est\u00e1 bien. Se mud\u00f3 a Jap\u00f3n. He is fine. He moved to Japan. \n\n\n\nJuan no va a venir. \u00c9l me dijo.Juan is not coming. He told me. \n\n\n\nNatalie prepar\u00f3 la cena y \u00e9l el postre. Natalie cooked dinner and he prepared dessert. \n\n\n\nWhen placed after a preposition, \u00e9l is considered a prepositional pronoun:\n\n\n\nEl juguete es de \u00e9l. The toy is his.\n\n\n\nA \u00e9l no le gustan los perros. He doesn\u2019t like dogs. \n\n\n\nLas galletas no son para ti, son para \u00e9l.The cookies are not for you, they\u2019re for him. \n\n\n\nNote that, unlike el, \u00e9l with an accent doesn\u2019t contract when combined with \u2018a\u2019 and \u2018de\u2019. Also be aware that its translation may vary depending on the structures used. \n\n\n\nTake Note: For the most part, Spanish prepositional pronouns are like subject pronouns. But there are some exceptions that you need to keep in mind. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE LESSON PDF","headline":"El vs \u00c9l: Key Differences in Spanish","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-05-01","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"May 1, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/El-vs-E\u0301l_-Key-Differences-in-Spanish-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/muy-vs-mucho-in-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Differences-Bitween-Muy-Mucho-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Muy vs Mucho: Key Differences Explained (+ Examples)</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/muy-vs-mucho-in-spanish/">Muy vs Mucho: Key Differences Explained (+ Examples)</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Muy means ‘very’. It intensifies the qualities described by an adjective or another adverb. Mucho is the equivalent of ‘a lot’ or ‘very much’, and it conveys the intensity or degree of an...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/muy-vs-mucho-in-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Muy vs Mucho: Key Differences Explained (+ Examples)">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Muy vs Mucho: Key Differences Explained (+ Examples)","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/muy-vs-mucho-in-spanish\/","articleBody":"Muy means \u2018very\u2019. It intensifies the qualities described by an adjective or another adverb. Mucho is the equivalent of \u2018a lot\u2019 or \u2018very much\u2019, and it conveys the intensity or degree of an action. Unlike muy, mucho can also express the amount of something. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Points: Muy vs Mucho\n\n\n\nBecause they may share the same translation, muy vs mucho is a topic that confuses many students. Here are some key points to remember: \n\n\n\n\n\nMuy:\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s a Spanish adverb that intensifies the qualities described by an adjective or another adverb.How something is: Es un perro muy bonito.How an action is done: Sandy habla muy r\u00e1pido. It\u2019s placed before an adjective or adverb and doesn\u2019t have plural or feminine forms. Muy means \u2018very\u2019 and cannot be combined with \u2018mucho\u2019. \n\n\n\n\n\nMucho:\n\n\n\nIt relates to quantities. As an adverb, mucho indicates the degree or intensity of an action (como mucho). In this context, it means \u2018a lot\u2019 or \u2018much\u2019 and maintains a single form. When combined with nouns, mucho acts as a determiner to express the quantity of something. As a determiner, it must agree with the noun\u2019s gender and number (mucho, muchos, mucha, muchas). It means \u2018much\u2019, \u2018many\u2019, \u2018a lot\u2019 or \u2018a lot of\u2019. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this article, you\u2019ll learn when to use muy or mucho, and I\u2019ll provide you with real-life examples to show you their applications. \n\n\n\nMuy vs Mucho: What\u2019s the Difference? \n\n\n\nThe key difference between mucho vs muy lies in their usage.\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/vzRpdW2sDjw\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/0Z4pKHjeY3Q\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Spanish Immersion Lesson!At Tell Me In Spanish, I record all my lessons in English and Spanish immersion. Watch the immersion lesson on the differences between muy and mucho in Spanish.\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen to use muy\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, muy is an adverb that intensifies the qualities expressed by an adjective or another adverb. In other words, it highlights how something or someone is, or how an action is done. \n\n\n\nCheck these examples and see the characteristics that muy is emphasizing: \n\n\n\n[Subject] + [verb conjugated] + muy + [adjective\/adverb]\n\n\n\nEl internet est\u00e1 muy lento. The internet is very slow. \n\n\n\nVanessa e Ivonne son muy altas. Vanessa and Ivonne are very tall.\n\n\n\nMis hermanos comen muy r\u00e1pido. My brothers eat very fast.\n\n\n\nPierre habla espa\u00f1ol muy bien. Pierre speaks Spanish very well.\n\n\n\nTen cuidado, la sopa est\u00e1 muy caliente. Be careful, the soap is very hot. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Muy is a Spanish adverb, and as such, it doesn't work with nouns\u2014only with adjectives or other adverbs. As a result, it maintains a single form and does not change based on gender or number. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen to use mucho in Spanish\n\n\n\nMucho is a word that relates to quantities. As an adverb, it expresses the degree or intensity of an action: \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + mucho\n\n\n\nLa quiero mucho.  I love her very much. \n\n\n\n\u00bfEsa c\u00e1mara te cost\u00f3 mucho? Did that camera cost you much?\n\n\n\n\u00a1Tu hermano come mucho y muy r\u00e1pido! Your brother eats a lot and very fast!\n\n\n\nWhen working with nouns, mucho acts as a Spanish determiner, indicating the quantity of something. Because it\u2019s providing information about nouns, in this context, mucho has feminine and plural forms. \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + [mucho*] + [noun]\n\n\n\nNo tengo mucho tiempo. I don\u2019t have much time. \n\n\n\nCompr\u00e9 muchos paquetes de galletas. I bought many packages of cookies.\n\n\n\nSusana tiene muchas camisas rosas. Susana has many pink shirts. \n\n\n\nHablar en p\u00fablico me da mucha verg\u00fcenza. Speaking in public makes me very embarrassed. \n\n\n\nCheck the last example. Notice that in Spanish we use the word mucha because we\u2019re measuring a feminine noun (verg\u00fcenza). However, in English, we use \u2018very\u2019 to emphasize an adjective (embarrassed). \n\n\n\nThis distinction is particularly common when using the verb dar to express emotions. \n\n\n\nTake Note: In Spanish, using \u2018muy mucho\u2019 is incorrect because muy is used to intensify qualities, not quantities.To express very much, you can simply say \u2018mucho\u2019 or use the superlative form much\u00edsimo. \n\n\n\nTe amo much\u00edsimo. I love you very much.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo put these words into practice, you can take this muy vs mucho quiz. You can also download a copy of this lesson\u2019s notes for further review. \u00a1Muy buena suerte \ud83d\ude0f!\n\n\n\nDOWNLOAD PDF\n\n\n\nIf you're ready to test your knowledge, you should take this muy vs mucho quiz.","headline":"Muy vs Mucho: Key Differences Explained (+ Examples)","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-04-09","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"April 15, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Differences-Bitween-Muy-Mucho-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/haber-vs-tener/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spanish-Reflexive-Verbs_-Tips-Rules-Examples-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Haber vs Tener: Key Differences You Must Know</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/haber-vs-tener/">Haber vs Tener: Key Differences You Must Know</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>As key Spanish verbs, mastering the haber vs tener topic is crucial to have effective conversations in Spanish. Son, in this article, you’ll learn the differences and uses of these...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/haber-vs-tener/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Haber vs Tener: Key Differences You Must Know">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Haber vs Tener: Key Differences You Must Know","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/haber-vs-tener\/","articleBody":"As key Spanish verbs, mastering the haber vs tener topic is crucial to have effective conversations in Spanish. Son, in this article, you\u2019ll learn the differences and uses of these verbs. \n\n\n\nTener vs Haber: What\u2019s the Difference?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, tener is used to express possession and obligations when it translates to \u2018to have\u2019. Haber conveys existence, impersonal obligation, and it\u2019s mainly used as an auxiliary verb. So, depending on the context, can be translated as \u2018to have\u2019 or \u2018there is\/there are\u2019. \n\n\n\nHay mucha comida en la mesa.There\u2019s a lot of food on the table.\n\n\n\n\u00bfHan visto a Sophie? Hay que invitarla a la fiesta. Have you seen Sophie? Let\u2019s invite her to the party. \n\n\n\nNo tenemos mucha comida, tenemos que comprar m\u00e1s. We don\u2019t have much food. We have to buy more. \n\n\n\nTo help you further understand the haber vs tener dilemma, in the following sections, we\u2019ll discuss the applications of each verb and I\u2019ll provide you with more examples. \n\n\n\nWhen to Use Haber in Spanish?\n\n\n\nThere are three main ways to use the verb haber in Spanish:\n\n\n\nExpress existenceTo talk about necessities or dutiesAs an auxiliary verb\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpressing existence with haber\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, haber expresses the existence or presence of something in a place, regardless of whether that thing is plural or singular. To indicate this meaning, we must use the impersonal form hay. \n\n\n\nHere are some examples: \n\n\n\nHay + [quantifier] + [noun]\n\n\n\nHoy no hay tanto tr\u00e1fico. Today, there\u2019s not a lot of traffic. \n\n\n\n\u00bfSabes si hay m\u00e1s leche?Do you know if there is more milk?\n\n\n\nEn el centro, hay muchos museos y tiendas. There are many museums and stores downtown. \n\n\n\nHay is in the present indicative form, which means that you must change it to refer to different tenses.  \n\n\n\nFui al s\u00faper, pero no hab\u00eda leche. \n\n\n\nI went to the grocery store, but there was no milk. \n\n\n\nHaber as an auxiliary verb\n\n\n\nOne of the primary uses of haber is to form compound tenses, such as the present and past perfect. To conjugate these tenses, you must conjugate haber to match the tense you\u2019re using and the past participle of the main verb: \n\n\n\n[Haber conjugated] + [past participle]\n\n\n\n\u00bfYa hab\u00edas visto esa pel\u00edcula?Have you already seen that movie? \n\n\n\nCarlos no ha terminado su tarea. Carlos hasn\u2019t finished his homework yet. \n\n\n\nTania y yo hemos ido a M\u00e9xico varias veces.Tania and I have gone to Mexico many times.\n\n\n\nExpress impersonal obligation\n\n\n\nOn top of expressing existence, the impersonal form hay is also used to express necessities or duties. This is known as impersonal obligations because we don\u2019t conjugate to address someone in particular: \n\n\n\nHay que + [infinitive verb]\n\n\n\nHay que comprar los boletos ma\u00f1ana.We need to buy the tickets tomorrow. \n\n\n\nOigan, hay que decirle a Claudia de la fiesta.Hey, we need to tell Claudia about the party.\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 vas a hacer ma\u00f1ana? Hay que ver una pel\u00edcula.What are you going to do tomorrow? We should watch a movie.\n\n\n\nWhen to Use Tener\n\n\n\nEven though, it can also be translated as \u2018to have\u2019, with this meaning, the verb tener is used to: \n\n\n\nExpress obligationIndicate possession\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpressing possession\n\n\n\nWhen expressing possession, it\u2019s common to use quantifiers or numbers to express the amount of your or someone else\u2019s belongings: \n\n\n\nTengo dos boletos para ir a Colombia.I have two tickets to go to Colombia.\n\n\n\nMariana tiene un perro y tres gatos.Mariana has one dog and three cats. \n\n\n\n\u00bfTienes un borrador que me prestes?Do you have an eraser that I can borrow?\n\n\n\nTake Note: Tener is used to say someone\u2019s age and also to form key idiomatic expressions. \n\n\n\nUsing \u2018tener\u2019 to express obligation\n\n\n\nSimilar to haber, tener is also used to express obligation. However, tener must be conjugated and express who is the person responsible for fulfilling that duty: \n\n\n\nTener que + [infinitive verb] \n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1ndo tenemos que entregar el proyecto?When do we have to deliver the project? \n\n\n\nYo tengo que hablar m\u00e1s espa\u00f1ol con mis amigos.I have to speak more Spanish with my friends.\n\n\n\nMauricio tiene que pagar su boleto o no podr\u00e1 viajar.Mauricio has to pay his ticket or else he won\u2019t be able to travel. \n\n\n\nA main distinction in the haber vs tener topic is conveying obligation. Remember that duties we express with hay que are not directed to someone specific, whereas with tener we must conjugate to indicate who is obligated to fulfill the task: \n\n\n\nHay que estudiar m\u00e1s. We must study more. \n\n\n\nTengo que estudiar m\u00e1s. I have to study more. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Keep in mind that the verb tener in Spanish has other applications that are not translated as \u2018to have\u2019. \n\n\n\nHaber vs Tener Key Points \n\n\n\nBecause they can share the same translation, the verbs haber and tener can be easily confused. Here are some key differences you need to keep in mind: \n\n\n\nHaber is used as an auxiliary verb to form compound tenses (no he ido). Its impersonal form hay expresses the existence of something. In this context, haber means \u2018there is\u2019 or \u2018there are\u2019. Hay also conveys impersonal obligation. In other words, it indicates duties without addressing someone in particular. As the direct translation of \u2018to have\u2019, tener expresses possession. Tener also conveys obligation, but unlike haber, it does indicate who must fulfill a task.\n\n\n\nRemember, tener has additional applications. That said, now you should be able to see the difference between haber and tener. \u00a1Buena suerte!\n\n\n\nDOWNLOAD LESSON PDF\n\n\n\nWatch the Haber vs Tener Video Lesson\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/-IIbF7mxTD8\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/t7PkrdQPcSw\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Spanish Immersion Lesson!Haber and Tener both mean 'to have' in Spanish, but are often confused and can be difficult for beginners to understand. You can watch the English explanation or opt to test your comprehension skills by watching the Spanish video lesson on Haber vs Tener.\n\n\n\n\n\nHopefully, now you have a better understanding of these verbs and you feel more confident to use them in your Spanish conversations. ","headline":"Haber vs Tener: Key Differences You Must Know","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-04-08","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"April 21, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Spanish-Reflexive-Verbs_-Tips-Rules-Examples-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/gusta-vs-gustan/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/How-to-Use-Gustar-in-Spanish-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Spanish 101: Gusta vs Gustan? – Pronouns, Examples + Tips</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/gusta-vs-gustan/">Spanish 101: Gusta vs Gustan? – Pronouns, Examples + Tips</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>The distinction between Gusta vs gustan often confuses most of my Spanish students. As a singular conjugation, gusta is used with singular nouns or infinitive verbs (a single thing or activity)...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/gusta-vs-gustan/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Spanish 101: Gusta vs Gustan? – Pronouns, Examples + Tips">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Spanish 101: Gusta vs Gustan? – Pronouns, Examples + Tips","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/gusta-vs-gustan\/","articleBody":"The distinction between Gusta vs gustan often confuses most of my Spanish students.\n\n\n\nAs a singular conjugation, gusta is used with singular nouns or infinitive verbs (a single thing or activity) \u2013 Me gusta leer y a ella le gusta el chocolate. Conversely, gustan is used for plural nouns, for example, as in nos gustan los libros de terror.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeyond this distinction, there are additional rules for using gustar in Spanish that make this verb challenging for both beginner and advanced learners. In the following sections, you\u2019ll learn to master this verb.\n\n\n\nHow to Use Gustar in Spanish \/ How Does Gustar Work in Spanish\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, gustar expresses that an activity or thing causes feelings of liking or disliking in a person. As a result, this activity or thing becomes the subject of the sentence, and gustar is conjugated based on it.\u00a0\n\n\n\nNo me gustan las manzanas.\u00a0I don\u2019t like apples.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfTe gusta el caf\u00e9?Do you like coffee?\n\n\n\nUse these examples to understand the gusta vs gustan distinction. \n\n\n\nIn example #1, las manzanas causes a feeling of liking. As a plural subject, it needs a plural conjugation. In contrast, example #2 features a singular subject, 'el caf\u00e9' (the coffee), so the conjugation is singular \n\n\n\nSentences with gustar arrange their elements a bit differently (OVS): the subject of the sentence comes after the verb, rather than before, unlike the usual order.\u00a0\n\n\n\nYou can visually see this distinction in this graphic:\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBut notice that, despite their inverse order, \u201cnormal verbs\u201d and verbs like gustar are both conjugated based on the subject. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Grammatically, these are the rules for using gustar. Yet, native speakers might also say \u2018.las manzanas me gustan\u2019. As a Spanish teacher and native speaker, I recommend getting familiar with both structures.\n\n\n\nWatch the Lesson\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=InCegc1kal4\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/DqEJh9QkhfE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Spanish Immersion Lesson!You can also watch the immersion video to learn how to conjugate and use gustar while practicing your listening comprehension skills.\n\n\n\n\n\nGusta vs Gustan: The Different Forms of Gustar\n\n\n\nWhen discussing likes and dislikes, the most common forms of gustar we use are singular and plural (gusta vs gustan). These conjugations differ based on the number of things or activities being discussed. \n\n\n\nUse the singular form gusta for one activity or thing. This conjugation works with an infinitive verb or a singular noun. \n\n\n\n[Indirect object pronoun] + gusta + (determiner) + \u00a0[noun\/infinitive verb]\n\n\n\nNo me gusta el chocolate blanco.\u00a0I don\u2019t like white chocolate.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA Juan le gustaba tu hermana.\u00a0Juan liked your sister.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 te gusta hacer? A nosotros nos gusta viajar.What do you like to do? We like to travel.\n\n\n\nNotice that when the subject is a noun, we must use Spanish determiners, such as definite articles or possessive adjectives. \n\n\n\nGustan, the plural form, is used to refer to multiple things:\u00a0\n\n\n\n[Indirect object pronoun] + gustan + [plural det.] + [plural noun]\n\n\n\nA Juan le gustaron las galletas de chocolate.Juan liked the chocolate cookies.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\u00bfCrees que a Jessica le gusten estas flores?Do you think Jessica would like these flowers?\n\n\n\nAs you can see in the examples above, the rules for using gustar apply consistently across all Spanish tenses. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Saying me gustas or t\u00fa me gustas (I like you) isn\u2019t incorrect, as gustar is correctly conjugated for the subject (you). However, this phrase implies physical or romantic attraction. Use me caes bien or me agradas to express non-romantic appreciation.\u00a0\u00a0\n\n\n\nGustar pronouns\n\n\n\nSpanish indirect object pronouns,used with gustar, are:\n\n\n\nMe Te NosLeNosOsLes\n\n\n\nThey indicate who is the person experiencing the feeling of liking or disliking something.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAs the indirect object of the sentence, they do not influence the verb conjugation, but they cannot be omitted:\u00a0\n\n\n\nMe gusta la comida china.\u00a0I like Chinese food.\u00a0\n\n\n\nNos gusta la comida china.We like Chinese food.\u00a0\n\n\n\nPrepositional pronouns and a + noun also work with gustar. These elements clarify, emphasize, or introduce the person experiencing the feeling:\n\n\n\nA m\u00ed no me gusta el t\u00e9.\u00a0I don\u2019t like coffee.\u00a0\n\n\n\nA Molly y Tim les gustan los gatos.\u00a0Molly and Tim like cats.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake Note: There are many verbs like gustar that follow these patterns and are essential for communication. \n\n\n\nKey Points: Gusta vs Gustan\n\n\n\nGusta vs gustan is a challenging topic because these constructions work differently from English. Here are some key points to keep in mind:\n\n\n\nGusta is for single activities or things. So, it works with singular nouns or infinitive verbs.\u00a0Gustan works with plural nouns since it refers to multiple things.\u00a0With gustar and similar verbs, the subject of the sentence is what causes the feeling. We conjugate the verb based on this subject.\u00a0These sentences use an inverse order: object, verb, subject.\u00a0Indirect object pronouns accompany gustar to show who feels the liking or disliking.\u00a0\u2018A + noun\/prepositional pronoun\u2019 are used to clarify, emphasize, or introduce the person experiencing the feeling.\n\n\n\nDOWNLOAD LESSON PDF","headline":"Spanish 101: Gusta vs Gustan? – Pronouns, Examples + Tips","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2024-04-04","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"April 4, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/How-to-Use-Gustar-in-Spanish-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-subjunctive-triggers/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/70-Must-Know-Spanish-Subjunctive-Triggers-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to 70 Must-Know Spanish Subjunctive Triggers </span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-subjunctive-triggers/">70 Must-Know Spanish Subjunctive Triggers </a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>In Spanish, there are some words and phrases that work with the subjunctive. These Spanish subjunctive triggers are essential and useful for identifying when you need to use the subjunctive mood. So,...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-subjunctive-triggers/" aria-label="Continue Reading: 70 Must-Know Spanish Subjunctive Triggers ">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"70 Must-Know Spanish Subjunctive Triggers ","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/spanish-subjunctive-triggers\/","articleBody":"In Spanish, there are some words and phrases that work with the subjunctive. These Spanish subjunctive triggers are essential and useful for identifying when you need to use the subjunctive mood. So, in this guide, I\u2019ve compiled a list of common verbs and phrases you should know.\u00a0\n\n\n\nHere is a summary of what you\u2019ll find in this guide:\n\n\n\nVerbs that Trigger the Subjunctive in SpanishWords and Subjunctive PhrasesWords that trigger the subjunctiveKey PointsRelated ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nI\u2019ve also made sure to include simple examples using this vocabulary so you can check how to apply each one of these subjunctive triggers. \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s do this! \n\n\n\nVerbs that Trigger Subjunctive in Spanish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecause of its applications, the verbs that trigger the subjunctive are Spanish verbs that express hopes, desires, emotions, requests, recommendations, and uncertainty. \n\n\n\nThe most common verb triggers for the subjunctive are: \n\n\n\nAconsejar que: To advise thatAlegrar que*: To be glad that Dar gusto que*: To be glad thatDar miedo que*: To be afraid of\/that Decir que: To say thatDesear que: To wish thatDudar que: To doubt thatEncantar que*: To love thatEsperar que: To hope that Gustar que*: To like thatInteresar que*: To be interested inMolestar que:  It bothersNecesitar que: To need thatNo creer que: To not think thatPedir que: To ask thatPermitir que: To allow thatPreocupar que*: To worry that \/ To be worried Prohibir que: To forbid thatQuerer que: To want thatRecomendar que: To recommend thatSentir que: To feel thatSorprender que*: It surprisesSugerir que: To suggest that\n\n\n\nThe terms followed by an asterisk (*) are verbs of emotions and require Spanish indirect object pronouns to mention who is the person experiencing that feeling. \n\n\n\nNotice that verbs that trigger the subjunctive are followed by the word que, term that introduces the clause in subjunctive form. Here are some examples: \n\n\n\n[Verb trigger] + que + [verb in subjunctive]\n\n\n\nLes sugiero que hablen con la directora. I suggest you speak with the director. \n\n\n\nMe preocupa que Chris se vaya a lastimar. I am worried that Chris is going to hurt himself.  \n\n\n\nDice Paola que dejes de preguntar por ella. Paola says you stop asking for her. \n\n\n\nMauricio nos pidi\u00f3 que no dij\u00e9ramos nada. Mauricio asked us not to say anything.\n\n\n\nTe molesta que yo tome tu celular sin permiso. It bothers you that I take your phone without permission. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Verbs that trigger the subjunctive in Spanish are used in sentences with two subjects and verbs. \n\n\n\nSpanish Subjunctive Phrases & Words\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn addition to the list of verbs above, certain Spanish impersonal expressions are also subjunctive triggers. Most of these phrases are formed with es + adjective. \n\n\n\nHere are some of the most common phrases that trigger the subjunctive in Spanish:\n\n\n\nEs absurdo que: It's absurd thatEs bueno que: It\u2019s good thatEs dif\u00edcil que: It\u2019s difficult that Es extra\u00f1o que: It\u2019s strange thatEs fant\u00e1stico que: It\u2019s fantastic thatEs horrible que: It\u2019s horrible thatEs importante que: It\u2019s important thatEs imposible que: It\u2019s impossible thatEs imprescindible que: It\u2019s essential thatEs incre\u00edble que: It\u2019s incredible thatEs interesante que: It\u2019s interesting thatEs l\u00f3gico que: It\u2019s logical thatEs malo que: It\u2019s bad thatEs mejor que: It\u2019s better thatEs natural que: It\u2019s natural thatEs necesario que: It\u2019s necessary thatEs normal que: It\u2019s normal thatEs preferible que: It\u2019s better thatEs probable que: It\u2019s probable thatEs rid\u00edculo que: It\u2019s ridiculous that Es suficiente que: It's enough thatEs terrible que: It\u2019s terrible thatEs una l\u00e1stima que: It\u2019s a shame thatEs urgente que: It\u2019s urgent thatPuede que: It\u2019s possible that \/ It might \n\n\n\nThese expressions can be used in negative form and you can also conjugate them in different tenses. Here are some examples using these expressions: \n\n\n\nEs probable que mis amigas no vengan. It\u2019s likely that my friends aren\u2019t coming. \n\n\n\nTranquila, es normal que te sientas triste.Easy. It\u2019s normal that you feel sad. \n\n\n\nNo es necesario que traiga su identificaci\u00f3n. It\u2019s not necessary for you to bring your ID. \n\n\n\nNi\u00f1os, es importante que me digan que pas\u00f3. Kids, it\u2019s important that you tell me what happened. \n\n\n\nTake Note: There are some impersonal expressions that are used with the Spanish indicative mood. But notice that those phrases express certainty and truth (es obvio, es cierto, es verdad). \n\n\n\nWords that trigger the subjunctive\n\n\n\nSpanish adverbs and conjunctions that convey probability, uncertainty, hope, or refer to hypothetical scenarios are also triggers for the Spanish subjunctive mood. \n\n\n\nA fin de que: So thatA no ser que: UnlessA pesar de que: AlthoughAunque: Even thoughComo si: As ifCon la condici\u00f3n de que: On the condition thatCon tal de que: As long asCuando: WhenDe ah\u00ed que: Hence \/ ThereforeDespu\u00e9s de que: AfterEn caso de que: In caseEn cuanto: As soon asHasta que: UntilPara que: So thatPosiblemente: Possibly \/ Perhaps Probablemente: Probably \/ Likely Sin que: WithoutQuiz\u00e1: Perhaps \/ MaybeTan pronto como: As soon asTanto como: As much as Tal vez: MaybeOjal\u00e1: I hope \/ Hopefully \n\n\n\nHere are some sentences using some of these subjunctive triggers: \n\n\n\n[Conjugated verb] + [trigger] + [verb in subjunctive] \n\n\n\nH\u00e1blame cuando llegues. Call me when you get there. \n\n\n\nNos vamos en cuanto deje de llover. We\u2019re leaving as soon as it stops raining. \n\n\n\nTe voy a esperar hasta que termines. I\u2019m going to wait for you until you finish. \n\n\n\nTal vez ma\u00f1ana no vaya a trabajar. Maybe I won\u2019t go to work. \n\n\n\n\u00bfPodemos hablar cuando tengas tiempo?\n\n\n\nCan we talk when you have time?\n\n\n\nTake Note: The word cuando can also be used with indicative tenses. However, those sentences refer to habitual actions or events that have already happened. Cuando + subjunctive is a time marker for future and hypothetical events that have not occurred yet, and we\u2019re not completely sure they will happen. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nMany verbs and phrases set off the subjunctive mood in Spanish. Here are some important points you need to know:\u00a0\n\n\n\nVerbs, words, and phrases that convey doubt, desires, hopes, demands, suggestions, uncertainty, and probability are subjunctive triggers. Examples of common verbs that trigger the Spanish subjunctive are esperar, querer, pedir, and aconsejar. Spanish verbs of emotion express the feelings someone\u2019s actions or behavior causes in a person. Verb triggers for the subjunctive are used in sentences with two subjects and two verbs. Many expressions with es + adjective are examples of impersonal phrases with subjunctive. Impersonal phrases that imply certainty or factual information are used with the indicative mood. \n\n\n\nSpanish Subjunctive Related Resources\n\n\n\nEven though knowing common Spanish subjunctive triggers can signal that a sentence requires the subjunctive, you should still learn how and when to use this mood. Also, make sure you review indirect object pronouns since many verbs of emotion use these pronouns.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAs a tip, you should remember that the word ojal\u00e1 is one of the most well-known subjunctive triggers. \n\n\n\nDownload the Subjunctive Triggers Spanish PDF\n\n\n\nAs you\u2019ve seen, there are many verbs, phrases, expressions, and words that trigger the subjunctive mood in Spanish. Download the PDF for this guide with all the complete lists of triggers as well as the graphics and key points.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"70 Must-Know Spanish Subjunctive Triggers ","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-20","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 26, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/70-Must-Know-Spanish-Subjunctive-Triggers-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/imperfect-subjunctive-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Spanish-Imperfect-Subjunctive-Uses-Conjugation-Practice-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive: Uses, Conjugation & Practice</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/imperfect-subjunctive-spanish/">Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive: Uses, Conjugation & Practice</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Talking about wishes we had or dreaming about what we’d do if our circumstances were different is something many, if not all of us, do. These are some of the things the imperfect subjunctive...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/imperfect-subjunctive-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive: Uses, Conjugation & Practice">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive: Uses, Conjugation & Practice","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/imperfect-subjunctive-spanish\/","articleBody":"Talking about wishes we had or dreaming about what we\u2019d do if our circumstances were different is something many, if not all of us, do. These are some of the things the imperfect subjunctive Spanish tense allows you to convey. \n\n\n\nIn this guide, you\u2019ll find all the key information to form and use this subjunctive tense. Here is an overview of what we\u2019ll cover: \n\n\n\nHow to Conjugate the Spanish Imperfect SubjunctiveIrregular verbsWhen to use the Past SubjunctiveKey PointsWhat to Do Next? Practice QuizDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nThe past subjunctive may seem intimidating. But, as you\u2019re about to see, you will leverage some Spanish topics you already know. So, let\u2019s get started!\n\n\n\nTake Note: Just like you study the present indicative before learning any of the past tenses in Spanish, you must have a good understanding of the present subjunctive before diving into the Spanish imperfect subjunctive tense. \n\n\n\nHow to Form the Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive\n\n\n\nThe conjugations of the imperfect subjunctive, also known as the Spanish past subjunctive, are derived from the third-person plural preterite forms (ellos, ellas, ustedes). \n\n\n\nThese are steps to conjugate the imperfect subjunctive in Spanish: \n\n\n\nTake the third-person plural preterite form of the verb you want to conjugate. Remove the ending \u2018-ron\u2019.  Add the appropriate past subjunctive ending. \n\n\n\nSince the imperfect subjunctive is derived from the 3rd person plural preterite form, any irregularities or stem changes in the Spanish preterite tense will also exist in the past subjunctive conjugation. Simply put, an irregular or stem-changing verb in the past preterite will maintain the same irregularities and stem changes in the Spanish imperfect subjunctive. \n\n\n\nHere is a conjugation chart with the imperfect subjunctive endings, which are used for all verbs:\n\n\n\n\nPersonPast subjunctive endingsYo-ra \/-seT\u00fa-ras \/-ses\u00c9l \/ Ella Usted-ra \/-seNosotros-ramos \/-semosVosotros-rais \/-seisEllos \/ EllasUstedes- ran \/-sen\n\n\n\n\nThe Spanish past subjunctive has two endings (-ra and -se). Although they\u2019re interchangeable, -ra endings are used in Latin American Spanish, whereas -se endings are more common in Spain (Castilian). \n\n\n\nAdditionally, all the conjugations for the pronoun \u2018nosotros\u2019 in the imperfect subjunctive must include an accent mark on the vowel that precedes the imperfect subjunctive ending. \n\n\n\nNow that you understand the theory, let\u2019s put it into practice. Take the verbs pagar, tener and vestirse as examples: \n\n\n\n\n#1 Start with the 3rd person plural preterite form#2 Remove -ron#3 Add the past subjunctive ending(Ellos) pagaronpagaYo pagara(Ellos) tuvierontuvieT\u00fa tuvieras(Ellos) se vistieronvistieNosotros nos visti\u00e9ramos\n\n\n\n\nTake Note: Don\u2019t forget to choose the appropriate reflexive pronoun when working with reflexive verbs. Remember that these rules are also applied to all Spanish pronominal verbs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImperfect subjunctive irregular verbs\n\n\n\nAs mentioned above, the conjugation of the imperfect subjunctive in Spanish is heavily based on the pret\u00e9rito. Therefore, the irregular verbs in the past subjunctive are the same irregular verbs found in the past preterite. \n\n\n\nHere is a quick reminder of these verbs: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRemember, you must replace the past indicative ending with the past subjunctive ending. \n\n\n\nCheck these sentences: \n\n\n\nTe ped\u00ed que fueras a la tienda. I asked you to go to the store. \n\n\n\nNo quisi\u00e9ramos molestarla. We don\u2019t want to bother you. \n\n\n\nSi tuviera m\u00e1s tiempo, aprender\u00eda a cocinar. If I had more time, I would learn to cook. \n\n\n\nWhen to Use the Imperfect Subjunctive Spanish Tense\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, the imperfect subjunctive tense is used to: \n\n\n\nMake polite requestsRefer to past advice, wishes, doubts, and demandsTalk about situations unlikely to happen in the present \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s check each one of these applications. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpress politeness \n\n\n\nThe Spanish past subjunctive is often used to politely and formally request something. In this context, the verbs querer and poder are frequently used. \n\n\n\nQuisiera pedirle un favor. I would like to ask you for a favor. \n\n\n\nBen, \u00bfquisieras ir conmigo al baile?Ben, would you like to go to the ball with me?\n\n\n\n\u00bfPudieran quedarse quietos un momento?Could you stay still for a minute? \n\n\n\nTake Note: The conditional simple can also be used to express politeness in Spanish. In this context, both the past subjunctive and conditional are translated into English as \u2018would\u2019. \n\n\n\nTalk about past demands, hopes, doubts, and advice\n\n\n\nThe Spanish past subjunctive allows you to express past wishes, emotions, requests, suggestions, and uncertainty you had about something. Here are some sentences: \n\n\n\n[Verb in past] + que + [past subjunctive]\n\n\n\nNo cre\u00eda que fueras a venir. I didn\u2019t think you were going to come. \n\n\n\nLes ped\u00ed que tuvieran cuidado. I asked you to be careful. \n\n\n\nNo sab\u00eda que hablaras dos idiomas. I didn\u2019t know you spoke two languages. \n\n\n\nTim y Luke esperaban que pudi\u00e9ramos ayudarlos. Tim and Luke hoped that we could help them. \n\n\n\nNotice that verbs that express wishes, doubts, and emotions (subjunctive triggers) are conjugated in a past indicative tense, either the preterite or imperfect. The reason for this is that the trigger refers to a previous action or moment in time, and the subjunctive mood reflects that by using its past form. \n\n\n\nTake Note: As a quick reminder, subjunctive triggers are phrases and verbs that express hope, uncertainty, requests, and feelings. Examples of these triggers are esperar que, pedir que, ojal\u00e1, no creer que, decir que, etc.\u00a0\n\n\n\nExpress conditions and situations unlikely to happen\n\n\n\nThe imperfect subjunctive in Spanish is combined with si clauses to express conditions and hypothetical results that are unlikely to happen in the present. Here is how you form this meaning: \n\n\n\nSi + [imperfect subjunctive] + [conditional simple]\n\n\n\nSi fueras un animal, \u00bfque ser\u00edas?If you were an animal, what would you be?\n\n\n\nTodo ser\u00eda diferente si pudiera hablar con ella. Everything would be different if I could speak with her. \n\n\n\nSi supi\u00e9ramos la respuesta, no necesitar\u00edamos tu ayuda. If we knew the answer, we wouldn\u2019t be asking for your help. \n\n\n\nLike in English, in Spanish, the order of si clauses can be modified. Notice that all of these examples refer to things that are improbable. As a result, the past subjunctive form is closely related to fantasizing about how things would be.  \n\n\n\nSince some wishes have a remote possibility of happening, you can also use the past subjunctive to talk about them: \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 no hiciera tanto color. We wish it wasn\u2019t so hot. \n\n\n\nQuisiera ser millonaria. I would like to be a millionaire. \n\n\n\nGiven that these wishes are not tied to a condition, you don\u2019t need to use a si clause. \n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nAs you\u2019ve learned, the past subjunctive in Spanish is essential for more advanced and rich conversations. Here is a summary of this tense: \n\n\n\nThe Spanish imperfect subjunctive conjugations use the stem from the third-person plural form of the preterite tense. To form this tense, you must replace the past indicative termination -ron with the corresponding imperfect subjunctive conjugation. Irregular verbs in the past preterite are also irregular in this subjunctive tense. In Spanish, the imperfect subjunctive tense refers to past doubts, wishes, advice, and suggestions someone had. It also expresses conditions and wishes that are unlikely to happen. \n\n\n\nSpanish Past Subjunctive Additional Resources\n\n\n\nTo fully understand and master the past subjunctive in Spanish, you should know the preterite conjugations like the back of your hand. Also, knowing what the subjunctive mood is used for can help you better understand the applications of this past form.\u00a0\n\n\n\nPractice Quiz: Past Subjunctive \n\n\n\nYou can take our imperfect subjunctive Spanish practice quiz to test your understanding of this tense.\n\n\n\nDownload the Imperfect Subjunctive Spanish Guide PDF\n\n\n\nSpanish tenses in the subjunctive mood are some of the most difficult for English speakers to learn and can take time to master. Download a free copy of the summarized PDF for this guide including the graphics, charts, uses and key points you need to get comfortable with the Spanish imperfect subjunctive tense.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Spanish Imperfect Subjunctive: Uses, Conjugation & Practice","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-20","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 26, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Spanish-Imperfect-Subjunctive-Uses-Conjugation-Practice-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/subjunctive-vs-indicative-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Subjunctive-vs-Indicative-Spanish-Moods-Made-Easy-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Subjunctive vs Indicative Spanish Moods Made Easy</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/subjunctive-vs-indicative-spanish/">Subjunctive vs Indicative Spanish Moods Made Easy</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>The indicative and subjunctive moods are an essential part of Spanish grammar. Understanding them is crucial because they allow you to talk about actions from different perspectives. So, in this...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/subjunctive-vs-indicative-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Subjunctive vs Indicative Spanish Moods Made Easy">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Subjunctive vs Indicative Spanish Moods Made Easy","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/subjunctive-vs-indicative-spanish\/","articleBody":"The indicative and subjunctive moods are an essential part of Spanish grammar. Understanding them is crucial because they allow you to talk about actions from different perspectives. So, in this subjunctive vs indicative Spanish moods guide, you\u2019ll discover everything you need to know about them.\n\n\n\nWhen to Use Indicative or SubjunctiveIndicative & Subjunctive Conjugation ChartsBonus: When to Use Indicative, Subjunctive, or InfinitiveKey PointsWhat to Do NextDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nDifference Between Indicative and Subjunctive in Spanish\n\n\n\nMoods convey the speaker\u2019s perception or attitude toward an action. In simple words, they express how people feel or think about the information they deliver. The subjunctive and indicative are two of the three verb moods in Spanish. \n\n\n\nThe main difference between the indicative and subjunctive is the type of perception or attitude they convey. \n\n\n\nLet me break this down for you. \n\n\n\nThe indicative mood in Spanish is used when the speaker presents information as a fact. Simply put, the indicative expresses certainty and talks about things believed to be true. So, in short, this mood relates to reality. \n\n\n\nOn the contrary, the Spanish subjunctive communicates uncertainty, wishes, possibilities, emotions, suggestions, and demands. In summary, the subjunctive relates to hypothetical situations and subjectivity. \n\n\n\nHere are some examples using the same verbs (ser, ir, and tener) in indicative and subjunctive forms: \n\n\n\n\nIndicativeSubjunctiveTuve un d\u00eda excelente. I had an excellent day. Espero que tengas un excelente d\u00eda. I hope you have an excellent day. Ella es la hermana de Diego. That is Diego\u2019s sister. \u00bfCrees que ella sea la hermana de Diego?Do you think that is Diego's sister?Ma\u00f1ana vamos al dentista.Tomorrow, we will go to the dentist. Quiero que vayamos al dentista ma\u00f1ana. I want us to go to the dentist tomorrow. \n\n\n\n\nIf you pay close attention, you'll realize that each mood's message is different. Take pair #3 as an example. \n\n\n\nThe sentence in indicative form indicates with certainty my plans for tomorrow. This is a concrete plan that will happen in the future. On the flip side, its subjunctive counterpart states my wishes. \n\n\n\nAnd this is key. \n\n\n\nBecause no matter how much I want us to go to the dentist, it doesn't mean this action will necessarily happen. You may not want to go, or he may not be available. This is just a hope, which means the actual action is still unreal.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubjunctive vs Indicative Spanish Endings\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to the indicative vs subjunctive Spanish moods, they also have different tenses and distinctive conjugations. These tenses allow us to convey the time when the action happens or when the speaker has a wish, doubt, etc. \n\n\n\nHere is a breakdown of the Spanish tenses for these moods.\n\n\n\nIndicative tenses\n\n\n\nPresentPast preteritePast imperfect Future simple Conditional \n\n\n\nIn addition to the simple tenses, the indicative also has progressive and compound forms, such as the pluperfect and the present progressive.\n\n\n\nSubjunctive tenses\n\n\n\nPresent subjunctivePresent perfect subjunctiveImperfect subjunctivePast perfect subjunctive\n\n\n\nAs established before, the conjugation endings you use for the indicative are different from those we need to form the Spanish subjunctive. \n\n\n\nHere is a conjugation chart with the endings for -AR verbs comparing the present and past tenses for the subjunctive and indicative. \n\n\n\n\nPersonPresent Indicative Present SubjunctivePreterite IndicativePast SubjunctiveYoHabloHableHabl\u00e9HablaraT\u00faHablasHablesHablasteHablaras\u00c9l \/ Ella UstedHablaHableHabl\u00f3HablaraNosotrosHablamosHablemosHablamosHabl\u00e1ramosVosotrosHabl\u00e1isHabl\u00e9isHablasteis HablaraisEllos \/ EllasUstedesHablanHablenHablaronHablaran\n\n\n\n\nThe subjunctive conjugations are easier than you think since they\u2019re heavily based on their indicative equivalent. In other words, to form the Spanish present subjunctive, you\u2019ll rely on the present indicative, and the past subjunctive conjugation is based on the preterite forms.\u00a0\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake Note: Don\u2019t confuse moods with Spanish tenses. A tense refers to the time when something happens, whereas moods express how the speaker perceives the information. As a result, a mood can be conjugated in different tenses. \n\n\n\nBonus: Indicative vs Subjunctive vs Infinitive Verbs in Spanish\n\n\n\nNow that you understand how these verb moods work, you should also check when to use Spanish infinitives instead of a verb in the subjunctive mood. \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, most subjunctive sentences have two subjects and two verbs. For example: \n\n\n\nYo quiero que t\u00fa hables con ella. I want you to speak with her.\n\n\n\nThese types of sentences allow you to express what the speaker wants, doubts, recommends, or demands from another person. However, you must use an infinitive verb if that hope, uncertainty, or suggestions circles back to the same subject: \n\n\n\nYo quiero hablar con ella. I want to speak with her. \n\n\n\nSpanish infinitive verbs can also be used after a conjugated indicative verb: \n\n\n\nVine a ver c\u00f3mo est\u00e1s. I came to see how you\u2019re doing. \n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nThe subjunctive and the indicative are essential Spanish moods. Knowing how and when to use them can help you express your ideas more clearly. Here are some important key points to keep in mind. \n\n\n\nSpanish moods convey how the speaker feels or sees the information.\u00a0The indicative mood in Spanish refers to information perceived as real. As a result, it conveys certainty.\u00a0Use the Spanish indicative to describe your habits, memories, plans, and people.The Spanish subjunctive mood is used to express demands, advice, wishes, emotions, and doubts about the action someone else does.\u00a0Spanish moods can be conjugated in different tenses to explain when an action took place.\u00a0The main indicative tenses are present, preterite, imperfect, future, and conditional.\u00a0On the other hand, the subjunctive tenses are present, present perfect, imperfect, and past perfect.\u00a0The difference between the indicative and the subjunctive in Spanish is whether the speaker refers to real actions or not.\u00a0\n\n\n\nSubjunctive vs Indicative Additional Spanish Resources\n\n\n\nThe Spanish imperative is the third mood and we use it to give commands. You need to understand how it works and how to form it to understand verb moods fully. Also, take the time to study the subjunctive and indicative moods and their different tenses. \n\n\n\nKnowing some common Spanish subjunctive triggers is a simple way to train yourself to identify situations requiring subjunctive. Once you\u2019re ready, you should take a subjunctive vs indicative quiz to test your knowledge.\u00a0\n\n\n\nDownload the Subjunctive vs Indicative Moods PDF\n\n\n\nCongratulations! You\u2019ve now learned about one of the most difficult grammar topics with which people learning Spanish struggle. Feel free to download a copy of the PDF for this subjunctive vs indicative Spanish moods guide to study all the graphics, key points and differences whenever you need a refresher on it.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Subjunctive vs Indicative Spanish Moods Made Easy","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-19","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 26, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Subjunctive-vs-Indicative-Spanish-Moods-Made-Easy-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-prepositions-of-place/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Spanish-Prepositions-of-Place-List-Examples-Uses-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Spanish Prepositions of Place: List, Examples & Uses</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-prepositions-of-place/">Spanish Prepositions of Place: List, Examples & Uses</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Spanish prepositions of place convey precise information about where something or someone is located. Since this type of information is often used in daily interactions, you’ll learn how and when...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-prepositions-of-place/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Spanish Prepositions of Place: List, Examples & Uses">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Spanish Prepositions of Place: List, Examples & Uses","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/spanish-prepositions-of-place\/","articleBody":"Spanish prepositions of place convey precise information about where something or someone is located. Since this type of information is often used in daily interactions, you\u2019ll learn how and when to use these prepositions in this guide.  \n\n\n\nHere is an overview of what you\u2019ll learn: \n\n\n\nWhat Are Prepositions of Place in SpanishPrepositions and adverbs of place in SpanishSaying & Asking Where Something IsKey PointsNext Steps & ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nI\u2019ve included real-life examples to make this topic as easy and understandable as possible. \n\n\n\nWhat Are Prepositions of Place in Spanish\n\n\n\nPrepositions of place, also known as prepositions of location in Spanish, indicate where something or someone is located in relation to other people or things. Spanish prepositions of place are: \n\n\n\nBajo: Under \/ BelowEn: In \/ OnEntre: BetweenSobre: On \/ Over \/ Above \/ About\n\n\n\nHere are some sentences using these prepositions of place: \n\n\n\n[Noun] +  [verb conjugated] + [preposition] + [noun]\n\n\n\nMis llaves est\u00e1n en la mesa. My keys are on the table. \n\n\n\nLa leche est\u00e1 en el refrigerador. The milk is in the fridge. \n\n\n\nTu zapato est\u00e1 bajo la cama.The shoe is under the bed.\n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 dejas tus juguetes sobre la tele?Why do you leave your toys above the TV?\n\n\n\nLa farmacia est\u00e1 entre el banco y el hospital. The pharmacy is between the bank and the hospital. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The verb estar is often used to ask and express location. However, you can also use other verbs as needed.\u00a0\n\n\n\nSobre vs En\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, the preposition \u2018en\u2019 is used to talk about things inside or on the surface of something. On the other hand, \u2018sobre\u2019 is more commonly used to refer to subjects or topics. As a preposition of place, \u2018sobre\u2019 also indicates that a person or thing is on top of something else. \n\n\n\nHere are some examples: \n\n\n\nEl celular est\u00e1 en tu bolsa. Your phone is in your bag. \n\n\n\nEl control est\u00e1 en la mesa.The remote is on the table. \n\n\n\nDej\u00e9 las llaves sobre tu bolsa.I left your keys on top of your bag. \n\n\n\nHablamos sobre ustedes. We talked about you. \n\n\n\nSobre can also indicate that something is over or above a person or thing. This is often used when there\u2019s no contact between such things. For example: \n\n\n\nEl p\u00e1jaro vol\u00f3 sobre nuestras cabezas. The bird flew over our heads.  \n\n\n\nTake Note: \u2018Encima de\u2019 is more common than \u2018sobre\u2019 when talking about position. \n\n\n\nPrepositions and adverbs of place in Spanish\n\n\n\nSpanish prepositions are often combined with adverbs of place to express location more precisely. These are called Spanish prepositional phrases of place: \n\n\n\nA la derecha de: To the right of A la izquierda de: To the left ofAbajo de \/ Debajo de: Below \/ UnderAdentro de \/ Dentro de: Inside of Adelante de \/ Delante de: In front ofAl lado de: Next toAlrededor de: AroundAtr\u00e1s de \/ Detr\u00e1s de: Behind Cerca de: Close to \/ NearbyEn frente de: Across from \/ In front ofEn medio de: In between \/ In the middle ofEncima de: On top of Junto a: Next toLejos de: Far from \n\n\n\nHere are some sentences using these phrases: \n\n\n\n[Noun] +  [verb conjugated] + [prepositional phrase] + [noun]\n\n\n\nEl beb\u00e9 est\u00e1 abajo de la mesa. The baby is under the table. \n\n\n\nEl gato est\u00e1 adentro de la caja. The cat is inside the box. \n\n\n\nTu pap\u00e1 est\u00e1 delante de m\u00ed. Your dad is in front of me. \n\n\n\nLos museos est\u00e1n al lado del parque. The museums are next to the park. \n\n\n\nEl supermercado est\u00e1 enfrente de la pasteler\u00eda. The supermarket is in front of the bakery. \n\n\n\nVoy a poner tu celular encima de tus libros. I\u2019m going to put your phone on top of your books.\n\n\n\nTake Note: Del and al are Spanish contractions you must use when the prepositions \u2018de\u2019 or \u2018a\u2019 are followed by the singular masculine definite article \u2018el\u2019. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Say & Ask Where Something Is in Spanish?\n\n\n\nAs established before, estar is the most common verb used to ask and express location. This verb will be conjugated in plural or singular form depending on whether you\u2019re referring to the location of single or multiple things. \n\n\n\nEst\u00e1 + [singular determiner] + [noun]\n\n\n\n\u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1 la parada de autob\u00fas?Where is the bus stop?\n\n\n\nTu cartera est\u00e1 en tu bolsa. Your wallet is in your bag.\n\n\n\nEst\u00e1n + [plural determiner] + [noun]\n\n\n\n\u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1n mis lentes?Where are my glasses? \n\n\n\nLos boletos est\u00e1n junto a la licuadora. The tickets are next to the blender. \n\n\n\nAs variations, you can also use the expressions: \n\n\n\n\u00bfD\u00f3nde se encuentra\u2026? - Where can I find\u2026?\u00bfD\u00f3nde queda\u2026? - Where is\u2026located?\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nPrepositions of place in Spanish are crucial for daily life interactions, such as giving directions or expressing where something is located. Here are some key points you should know: \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, prepositions of place convey where a person or thing is in relation to something or someone else. En is one of the most common prepositions of location in Spanish. It\u2019s the equivalent of the English prepositions \u2018on\u2019 and \u2018in\u2019. Prepositions + adverbs of place (prepositional phrases) convey the location more precisely.  Most Spanish prepositional phrases of location use the prepositions \u2018de\u2019 and \u2018a\u2019. De and a are contracted to \u2018del\u2019 and \u2018al\u2019 when followed by \u2018el\u2019 (singular masculine definite article). \n\n\n\nPrepositions of Location in Spanish Additional Resources\n\n\n\nNow that you\u2019ve learned how to use prepositions of place in Spanish, here are some resources you may want to check out next. \n\n\n\nAs you saw in this guide, prepositions of location explain the position of a noun in relation to others. Spanish prepositions are important words that express cause, temporal, and spatial relationships within a sentence. So, make sure you understand how these words work.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAlso, you may want to learn some common nouns in Spanish since you\u2019ll use these terms as reference points. Finally, get familiar with estar conjugations because this verb is essential to expressing location. \n\n\n\nDownload the Spanish Prepositions of Place PDF\n\n\n\nUsing prepositions of place effectively in conversations is one of the key aspects of Spanish that will differentiate the Spanish beginner from more advanced speakers. Applying them and prepositional phrases correctly and precisely takes time and practice. Download the PDF for this guide to get the key points and graphics above to study or refresh your knowledge when you need it.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Spanish Prepositions of Place: List, Examples & Uses","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-14","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"August 12, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Spanish-Prepositions-of-Place-List-Examples-Uses-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/ser-vs-estar/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ser-vs-Estar-Simplified-Key-Differences-Tips-Uses-Quiz-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Ser vs Estar Simplified: Key Differences, Tips, Uses & Quiz</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/ser-vs-estar/">Ser vs Estar Simplified: Key Differences, Tips, Uses & Quiz</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>As two of the most important verbs in Spanish, understanding the difference between ser and estar is crucial since they allow you to convey basic yet important information. So, the goal of this ser...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/ser-vs-estar/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Ser vs Estar Simplified: Key Differences, Tips, Uses & Quiz">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Ser vs Estar Simplified: Key Differences, Tips, Uses & Quiz","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/ser-vs-estar\/","articleBody":"As two of the most important verbs in Spanish, understanding the difference between ser and estar is crucial since they allow you to convey basic yet important information. So, the goal of this ser vs estar guide is to provide you with key simple patterns to identify each verb correctly. \n\n\n\nOverview of Ser and Estar: UsesWhen to Use Ser or EstarMeaning-changing adjectivesBonus: Hay vs Ser vs EstarKey PointsPractice Quiz: Ser vs EstarDive Deeper: Next Steps to Learn SpanishDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nI can\u2019t stress enough how indispensable these verbs are for daily conversations. So, I\u2019ve included situations where \u2018ser\u2019 and \u2018estar\u2019 are often confused, simple explanations, common contexts where you need each verb, and a quiz to test your understanding. \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s do this!\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/p1G9JHV5oto\n\n\n\n\nOverview of Estar vs Ser: Common Uses\n\n\n\nSer and estar mean \u2018to be\u2019. However, they have distinct meanings and uses. In a simplified definition, ser is used to talk about lasting and inherent traits. On the other hand, estar refers to short or transitory conditions and states.\n\n\n\nCheck the difference between saying: \n\n\n\nYo soy mexicana. I am Mexican. \n\n\n\nYo estoy en M\u00e9xico y estoy enferma. I am in Mexico and am sick. \n\n\n\nSer conveys what I am, a quality that is an essential part of my identity. But estar conveys where and how I am; these temporary situations can shift. \n\n\n\nHere is a chart where you can see side by side the uses of ser and some examples: \n\n\n\n\nUSESENTENCEIdentifying people or things\u00c9l es Luis.He is Luis.Material of somethingLa silla es de madera. The chair is made of wood. Occupation Sandy es doctora. Sandy is a doctor.Origin & NationalityUstedes son de Alemania.You guys are from Germany. Physical & Personality TraitsT\u00fa eres muy amable.You are very kind. Place of an event. La fiesta es en mi casa. The party is at my house.Possession & RelationshipsYo soy su hermana.I am her sister. TimeEl examen es en la tarde.The exam is in the afternoon.  \n\n\n\n\nAnd over here, you can check the most common uses of estar: \n\n\n\n\nUSESENTENCEActions in progressEstoy comiendo.I am eating. ConditionsHoy est\u00e1 soleado.Today is sunny. Emotions or statesEstamos ocupados. We are busy.Location or positionT\u00fa est\u00e1s en Espa\u00f1a. You are in Spain.Temporary occupationJuly est\u00e1 de mesera. July is a waiter. \n\n\n\n\nIn the sections below, we\u2019ll explore some contexts where these verbs are easily confused, and you\u2019ll learn when to use one or the other.\n\n\n\nTake Note: Many teachers use the acronyms DOCTOR and PLACE to simplify the difference between estar and ser. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExamples of When to Use Ser vs Estar\n\n\n\nSer and estar have some distinct and specific uses that are clear and easy to identify, such as telling time and nationalities with \u2018ser\u2019, and talking about progressive actions with \u2018estar\u2019. However, there are certain situations where the line between these verbs seems thinner and can cause confusion. \n\n\n\nSo, let\u2019s clear up these confusions, shall we?\n\n\n\nThis ain\u2019t my first rodeo with the estar vs ser topic. And, over time, I found that the easiest way to summarize them is by identifying the questions they answer. So, here is my golden tip:\n\n\n\nEstar responds to: \n\n\n\nWhere are you?How are you? \/ How are you doing?What are you doing?\n\n\n\nSer responds to: \n\n\n\nWho are you?What are you? Where are you from?What time is it?When and where is\u2026? \n\n\n\nKeep in mind while many of these questions are posed to \u201cyou\u201d, these questions apply to all people and things (subjects and objects).\n\n\n\nIn the sections below, we\u2019ll explore in more detail the situations where ser and estar can be easily confused. \n\n\n\nSer or estar for location \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, we must use the verb estar to express where a person, place, or thing is located. \n\n\n\nSandra est\u00e1 en Madrid. Sandra is in Madrid. \n\n\n\nYo estoy en mi cuarto. I am in my room. \n\n\n\nLa torre Eiffel est\u00e1 en Par\u00eds. The Eiffel tower is in Paris. \n\n\n\nThe location of places, even monuments or historical buildings, is always expressed with \u2018estar\u2019 because stores, houses, or venues can change their whereabouts or they can cease existing. \n\n\n\nHowever, ser is used to say the location of an event. In other words, where something is going to happen. \n\n\n\nLa fiesta es en la casa de Jorge. The party is at Jorge\u2019s. \n\n\n\nSu entrevista es en el segundo piso. Your interview is on the second floor. \n\n\n\nAs a tip, when using ser to express the place of an event, you can also mention the time: Su entrevista es a las nueve, en el segundo piso. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEstar or ser for occupation \n\n\n\nMostly, the verb \u2018ser\u2019 is used to talk about a person\u2019s profession or occupation. However, this is applied when the line of work is perceived as a professional, long-term job. In Spanish, we turn to estar de when talking about temporary occupations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere are some examples: \n\n\n\nSu pap\u00e1 es maestro. His dad is a teacher. \n\n\n\nMia y Tom son vendedores. Mia and Tom are salespeople. \n\n\n\nPor ahora, estoy de ni\u00f1era. I am a babysitter for the time being. \n\n\n\nYolanda est\u00e1 de doctora en la farmacia local. Yolanda is a doctor in the local pharmacy. \n\n\n\nIn short, how people see a job determines whether they use estar or ser. So, based on the sentence, I know that Yolanda will not stay in that position forever. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Notice that, unlike English, in Spanish, we don\u2019t use indefinite articles (un, una) when expressing someone\u2019s profession. It\u2019s incorrect to say \u2018su pap\u00e1 es un maestro\u2019 unless you\u2019re describing what type of teacher that person is. \n\n\n\nSer or estar for characteristics and descriptions\n\n\n\nThe context that leads to more confusion is when talking about characteristics and descriptions. Let\u2019s take a closer look at this context. \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, we must use the verb ser to refer to inherent characteristics. Simply put, traits that make something or someone who or what they are (identity). This can range from physical and personality qualities to relationships, climate, etc. \n\n\n\nFor instance: \n\n\n\n[Ser conjugated] + [adjective]\n\n\n\nMarta es muy aburrida. Marta is very boring. \n\n\n\nM\u00e9xico es muy caluroso y soleado. Mexico is warm and sunny. \n\n\n\nEres muy guapo y amable. You are very handsome and kind. \n\n\n\nAdam y Paula son esposos. Adam and Paula are husband and wife. \n\n\n\nBecause of its temporary nature, estar relates to descriptions with short-lived qualities, states, or conditions. In other words, emotions, marital status, physical or mental states, or symptoms. \n\n\n\nMarta est\u00e1 aburrida. Marta is bored. \n\n\n\nEstoy muy cansada. I am very tired. \n\n\n\nAdam y Paula est\u00e1n casados. Adam and Paula are married. \n\n\n\nHoy est\u00e1 soleado. Today is sunny. \n\n\n\nAs a tip, the descriptions done with \u2018estar\u2019 are \u2018right now\u2019 descriptions. They communicate current states or conditions that can change. \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s analyze one example. When saying Marta es aburrida, I\u2019m talking about her personality and who she is. But Marta est\u00e1 aburrida expresses how she\u2019s currently feeling. Maybe she just can\u2019t find something entertaining or exciting to do now. Once she does, this state will cease to exist. \n\n\n\nBig difference, right? \n\n\n\nTake Note: In Spanish, we say estar muerto (to be dead) instead of ser muerto. \u2018Muerto\u2019 is not an inherent quality but rather a state. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdjectives that Changing Meaning with Ser & Estar\n\n\n\nAs you learned in the previous section, using ser or estar with certain Spanish adjectives conveys that a trait is innate or temporary. However, there are some adjectives you need to watch out for since using one verb or the other will change their meaning. \n\n\n\nExamples of adjectives that change meaning with ser and estar are: \n\n\n\nADJECTIVESERESTARAbiertoBe open-mindedBe openAtentoBe attentiveTo pay attentionBuenoBe goodBe tasty \/ Be attractive CalladoBe shy or reservedBe silentCerradoBe close-mindedBe closedDelicadoBe fragileBe delicate (health)DespiertoBe smartBe awake GraveBe seriousBe seriously illInteresadoBe opportunisticBe interestedMaloBe badBe sickListoBe cleverBe readyOrgullosoBe proudBe proud ofRicoBe richBe tastySecoBe dry (personality)Be drySeguroBe safeBe sureVerdeBe greenBe immatureVivoBe sharpBe alive\n\n\n\nHere are some sentences for you to see the difference more clearly: \n\n\n\nSus pap\u00e1s son ricos. Her parents are rich. \n\n\n\nEstos dulces est\u00e1n ricos. These candies are tasty. \n\n\n\nEsa se\u00f1ora no es muy abierta. That lady is not very open-minded. \n\n\n\nLa tienda siempre est\u00e1 abierta. The store is always open. \n\n\n\nLas toallas no est\u00e1n secas. The towels are not dry. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Adjective agreement is an essential rule you must keep in mind when using these words. Essentially, this means the adjective must match the gender and number of the noun it accompanies. \n\n\n\nSer vs Estar Conjugation Charts \n\n\n\nOn top of the different applications, ser and estar also have different conjugation rules. You can see their specific patterns in the conjugation chart below: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBonus: Hay vs Ser vs Estar\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, hay, ser, and estar can be translated as \u2018to be\u2019. However, each one of these words has a different purpose in meaning. \n\n\n\nHay in Spanish is used to express the existence of something. Simply put, it lists what there is in a place. On the other hand, ser helps you identify people, tell time, talk about nationality or occupation, or refer to inherent qualities. Finally, estar expresses location or temporary conditions. \n\n\n\nCheck these sentences: \n\n\n\nHay un perro en el jard\u00edn. There is a dog in the garden. \n\n\n\nEl perro es grande y blanco. The dog is big and white. \n\n\n\nMi perro est\u00e1 en mi cuarto. My dog is in my room. \n\n\n\nNotice that, even though in example #1, it seems we\u2019re talking about location, in reality, we\u2019re just focusing on the presence of the dog. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDifference Between Ser and Estar: Key Points\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to tricky Spanish words, estar vs ser is one of the topics that causes a lot of confusion for learners. However, you must understand when and how to use them since they\u2019re both essential verbs. \n\n\n\nHere are some key points to remember: \n\n\n\nBoth ser and estar mean \u2018to be\u2019, but have distinctive meanings and applications. In a nutshell, the difference between ser and estar is that the first refers to permanent or lasting traits, while the latter refers to temporary conditions. Ser is used to: Identify people or thingsSay the date and timeDescribe people or thingsRefer to the place of an event Express origin or nationalityTalk about occupationOn the other hand, the estar is used to: Talk about progressive actionsExpress location and positionDescribe conditions, emotions and states Refer to temporary occupations When referring to characteristics, ser refers to identity or traits that make a person or thing what they are. Estar expresses how something is at a particular moment. There are some adjectives whose meanings change depending on the verb you use. Ser responds to the questions: Who are you?What are you? Where are you from?What time is it?When and where is\u2026?Meanwhile, estar answers: Where are you?How are you? \/ How are you doing?What are you doing?Neither ser or estar are used to say age.\n\n\n\nIn this graphic, you can see some situations where ser and estar seem to overlap, but depend on the specifics of either the context or use: \n\n\n\n\nSerEstarDateHoy es cinco de mayo.Date (informal)Hoy estamos a cinco de mayo. OccupationT\u00fa eres abogado. Occupation (temporary)T\u00fa est\u00e1s de mesero. Personality & Physical traits. Joe es alto. Conditions & StatesJoe est\u00e1 cansado. Place of an event. La boda es en Toronto.Location of things or peopleEstamos en Toronto. \n\n\n\n\nSer vs Estar Practice Quiz\n\n\n\nThe best way to understand when to use ser and estar is by putting these verbs into practice. When you\u2019re ready, click the button below to take our ser vs estar quiz and test your knowledge. \n\n\n\nEstar vs Ser Additional Resources\n\n\n\nEstar vs ser can be a challenging topic. To have a full understanding of these verbs, you may want to check more examples of when to use estar and the main uses of ser. Since these are irregular verbs, you should take some time to learn how to conjugate them. Here are some conjugation guides with these rules and conjugation quizzes so you can practice these verbs: \n\n\n\nHow to Conjugate Ser in SpanishHow to Conjugate the Verb Estar\n\n\n\n\u2018Ser\u2019 and \u2018estar\u2019 work as auxiliary verbs in Spanish. We use estar with the progressive forms, which is a topic you should know as a beginner. On the other hand, ser allows you to form the passive voice in Spanish. You can review this topic later on your Spanish journey. \n\n\n\nDownload the Ser vs Estar in Spanish PDF\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ve now learned when to use ser and estar in Spanish. This included multiple rules and approaches for understanding the questions they answer and the contexts and key uses. However, just memorizing these grammar and usage rules can be challenging. Confusing these verbs is a common challenge for beginners learning this language. Feel free to download my PDF for this guide with all the graphics, key points, rules, examples, and uses.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Ser vs Estar Simplified: Key Differences, Tips, Uses & Quiz","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-13","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"October 7, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Ser-vs-Estar-Simplified-Key-Differences-Tips-Uses-Quiz-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/por-vs-para/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Por-vs-Para-Simplified-Differences-Rules-Examples-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Por vs Para Simplified: Differences, Rules, Examples & Quiz</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/por-vs-para/">Por vs Para Simplified: Differences, Rules, Examples & Quiz</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Por vs para is a topic that holds a place of honor among all Spanish tricky words. 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Seeing how important these words are, in this guide, you\u2019ll find key information you need to master por and para. \n\n\n\nOverview of Por vs ParaDifferences Between Por & ParaPurpose vs ReasonPor or Para to Talk about TimeDestination vs Rough LocationRecipient vs CauseBonus Expressions with Por & ParaKey PointsWhat to Do NextPractice Quiz: Por vs ParaDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nBefore we begin, here is a little piece of advice. Don\u2019t rely on direct translation since, often, por and para can be the equivalent of the same English preposition. Instead, focus on understanding their particular uses. \n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/jN_SKuVbicw\n\n\n\n\nOverview of Por vs Para: Uses & Examples\n\n\n\nHere are the uses of por and para: \n\n\n\n\n\nPara:\n\n\n\nPurpose or goalRecipient Opinion DeadlineDestination or direction\n\n\n\n\n\nPor: \n\n\n\nTime durations and temporal referencesReason or causeExpress rough proximity and motionCommunicationExchange money or other resources\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck these sentences using para: \n\n\n\nMe mud\u00e9 para ahorrar dinero. I moved to save money.  \n\n\n\nLas galletas son para ti. The cookies are for you. \n\n\n\nPara m\u00ed, no vale la pena. To me, it\u2019s not worth it. \n\n\n\nLa entrega es para el lunes. The delivery is for Monday. \n\n\n\nVoy para el aeropuerto, \u00bfte llevo?I\u2019m going to the airport. Do you want a ride? \n\n\n\nAnd here are some sentences using por: \n\n\n\nMe mud\u00e9 por mi trabajo. I moved because of my job. \n\n\n\nElla toma caf\u00e9 por las ma\u00f1anas. She drinks coffee in the morning. \n\n\n\nApenas voy por el aeropuerto. I\u2019m near the airport. \n\n\n\nTe mand\u00e9 las fotos por correo. I sent you the pictures by email. \n\n\n\nPagu\u00e9 $2000 d\u00f3lares por este aparato. I paid $2000 dollars for this device. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn the sections below, we'll explore some situations where these prepositions are often confused. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The preposition por is also used to form the passive voice in Spanish. This advanced application isn\u2019t included in this por vs para guide because it\u2019s usually never confused. \n\n\n\nDifference Between Por and Para  \n\n\n\nAt first glance, por and para seem to be applied in similar contexts. However, each one of these prepositions conveys different information. So, let\u2019s check some situations where people struggle to see the difference between por and para. \n\n\n\nAs a shortcut, these prepositions respond to the following questions: \n\n\n\nPor\n\n\n\n\u00bfPor que? - Why?\u00bfPor d\u00f3nde? - What way?\u00bfPor cu\u00e1nto tiempo? - For how long?\u00bfPor cu\u00e1nto? - For how much?\u00bfA qu\u00e9 hora? - (At) What time? \u00bfPor qui\u00e9n - On behalf of whom\/For whom? \n\n\n\nPara: \n\n\n\n\u00bfPara qu\u00e9? - What for?\u00bfPara d\u00f3nde? - Where to?\u00bfPara cu\u00e1ndo? - For\/By when?\u00bfPara qui\u00e9n? - To\/for whom? \n\n\n\nPor vs Para: Purpose vs Reason \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, the fundamental difference between para and por is that \u2018para\u2019 is used to express an action\u2019s purpose or end goal, whereas \u2018por\u2019 refers to the reason why we do something. \n\n\n\nSimply put, para conveys what we aim to accomplish with an action. For simplicity's sake, I like to think about this \u2018para\u2019 application as the donkey and the carrot. To form this meaning, this preposition is often followed by infinitive verbs and, sometimes, nouns. \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + para + [infinitive \/ noun]\n\n\n\nLouisa ahorra para su viaje. Louisa is saving money for her trip. \n\n\n\nEllos se casaron para formar una familia. They got married to form a family. \n\n\n\nTe habl\u00e9 para invitarte a nuestra boda. I called you to invite you to our wedding. \n\n\n\nOn the other hand, por expresses the cause or reason to do something. In simple terms, it implies the reason behind someone\u2019s actions. In this context, por is more commonly followed by Spanish nouns: \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + por + [nouns \/ infinitive]\n\n\n\nEllos se casaron por amor. They got married for love. \n\n\n\nEstoy preocupada por tu hermano. I\u2019m worried about your brother. \n\n\n\nNos pidi\u00f3 disculpas por habernos gritado. He apologized for yelling at us. \n\n\n\nCheck the differences between se casaron para and se casaron por. The first implies the end goal of this marriage (having a family), while the second explains the root cause for them to marry (love). \n\n\n\nSometimes a reason or cause can be confused with a goal or purpose. Here\u2019s another way to think about it: \n\n\n\nPor is triggered by past reasons and causes. The couple first fell in love, and then got married after.Para is triggered by future purposes and goals. The couple is getting married so they can start a family.\n\n\n\nTake Note: As a tip, in this context, por responds to the question \u2018why\u2019, whereas para is the answer to \u2018what for\u2019. Based on this it\u2019s common to say \u2018gracias por\u2026\u2019 followed by why we\u2019re thanking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPara or por to talk about time\n\n\n\nAlthough they both refer to time, these words convey specific and distinctive meanings. In Spanish, we use \u2018para\u2019 to talk about deadlines. With this meaning, \u2018para\u2019 can be followed by days of the week, months, or adverbs of time.\n\n\n\nPara + [deadline]\n\n\n\nEl proyecto es para el jueves. The project is for Thursday. \n\n\n\nTenemos que terminar para junio. We must finish by June. \n\n\n\nEste pago es para fin de mes.This payment is for the end of the month.  \n\n\n\nWhen related to time, por refers to duration, frequency, and parts of the day: \n\n\n\nEstamos libres por las tardes.We\u2019re free in the afternoon.\n\n\n\nTengo clases dos veces por semana.I have classes twice per week.\n\n\n\nElla ha sido doctora por veinte a\u00f1os.She has been a doctor for twenty years.\n\n\n\nTake Note: In this context, para responds to the question \u2018by when\u2019 and por to \u2018how long\u2019, \u2018how often\u2019, or \u2018when\u2019. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDestination vs motion and approximate location\n\n\n\nOne of the main applications of \u2018para\u2019 is to express direction or destination (where someone or something is heading to). Check these sentences: \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + para + [complement]\n\n\n\nYo voy para la plaza. I\u2019m going to the mall.\n\n\n\nNo vayas para all\u00e1. Don't go there. \n\n\n\nTu hermano se fue para la oficina. Your brother went to the office. \n\n\n\nPor, on the other hand, is used to explain something or someone\u2019s approximate location, routes, or express motion through space. For instance: \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + por + [complement]\n\n\n\nCreo que no es por aqu\u00ed. I don\u2019t think it\u2019s this way. \n\n\n\nLa tienda est\u00e1 por la oficina. The store is by the office. \n\n\n\nCamin\u00e9 por la plaza durante horas. I walked around the mall for hours. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Since they both convey direction, in many of these cases, \u2018para\u2019 is a close synonym of the preposition a. \n\n\n\nRecipient vs cause \n\n\n\nHere is a sentence with one of the most common mistakes people make when choosing between \u2018por\u2019 and \u2018para\u2019: \n\n\n\n\nPara sentencePor sentenceHice este cuadro para ti.I made this painting for you.Hice este cuadro por ti.I made this painting for you.\n\n\n\n\nBoth sentences are correct, but using one or the other depends on what you intend to say. \n\n\n\nPara followed by a person or Spanish prepositional pronoun conveys that a person receives something (he or she is a recipient). Por can be followed by the same words, but it expresses that this person is the influence or inspiration to do something (cause). \n\n\n\nSo, even though both sentences are grammatically correct, you must remember that they don't express the same thing.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBonus: Expressions with Por and Para\n\n\n\nOn top of helping you form your sentences, por and para are also used in many common idiomatic expressions. Here is a list of phrases that you can use to sound more natural. \n\n\n\nCommon expressions with por\n\n\n\nEstar por: To be about toPor algo: For a reason Por cierto: By the wayPor las buenas: By fear meansPor lo menos: At leastPor poco: Nearly \/ AlmostPor respeto: Out of respectPor si acaso: Just in casePor suerte: Luckily Por todas partes: EverywherePor \u00faltimo: FinallyPor una vez: For once\n\n\n\nExpressions with para\n\n\n\nBueno para nada: Good for nothingDar para m\u00e1s: Have more to giveDe ac\u00e1 para all\u00e1: All over the placeDurar para siempre: Last foreverPara colmo: To make things worsePara llevar: To take\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nPor vs para is one of the most challenging topics for Spanish learners. However, it\u2019s also a crucial topic to express yourself correctly. Here are some key points you should never forget: \n\n\n\nPor and para are Spanish prepositions. Although they may be used in similar situations or share the same translation, these words express different meanings. In a nutshell, the difference between por and para is that \u2018para\u2019 expresses the purpose or end goal of something, whereas \u2018por\u2019 conveys the cause of why we do something. In Spanish, \u2018para\u2019 is used to talk about purposes, recipients, direction or destination, deadlines, and opinions. On the other hand, we use \u2018por\u2019 to refer to causes and reasons, communication means, exchange of money or resources, approximate location and motion, and time.When expressing purpose or reason, \u2018para\u2019 refers to the end goal of something, while \u2018por\u2019 conveys the reason behind something. Think about the donkey and carrot (para) vs a reason to do something (por). \u2018Por\u2019 answers the question \u2018why\u2019, while \u2018para\u2019 responds to \u2018what for\u2019. Even though they both refer to time, \u2018para\u2019 relates to deadlines and \u2018por\u2019 to duration, parts of the day, and frequency. When referring to people, \u2018para\u2019 expresses that such a person receives something, whereas \u2018por\u2019 conveys that this person is why we do something (inspiration, influence). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nI encourage you to take our por vs para practice quiz to solidify this knowledge. \n\n\n\nPor vs Para Additional Spanish Resources\n\n\n\nPor and para allow you to express time, destination, purpose, cause, and destination, among other uses. Like these terms, other basic prepositions in Spanish can help you form sentences and improve your communication. \n\n\n\nPrepositions, such as \u2018para\u2019 and \u2018por\u2019, cannot be followed by subject pronouns. Click on the following link to learn the pronouns you must use after prepositions. Finally, like \u2018por\u2019 and \u2018para\u2019, other tricky words in Spanish that can hurt your fluency. \n\n\n\nPor vs Para Practice Quiz\n\n\n\nAfter reading this guide, you now know all the key uses, rules, and situations in which to use por and para correctly. While the information is still fresh, take the por vs para practice quiz to exercise what you\u2019ve learned and commit it to your long-term memory.\n\n\n\nDownload the Por and Para Download\n\n\n\nLearning the difference between por and para in Spanish and using them correctly in your conversations will make you sound much more natural and fluent. But it can take some time to get it down perfectly. 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In short, prepositions are the glue that holds your...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-prepositions/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Guide to Spanish Prepositions: List, Uses & Examples">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Guide to Spanish Prepositions: List, Uses & Examples","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/spanish-prepositions\/","articleBody":"Spanish prepositions are essential words that connect nouns or pronouns with other elements while expressing location, time, direction, and more. In short, prepositions are the glue that holds your sentences together, allowing you to form well-structured sentences.  \n\n\n\nSince these words are crucial for communication, in this guide, we\u2019ll go over: \n\n\n\nList of Prepositions in SpanishCompound prepositionsHow & When to Use PrepositionsSpanish Prepositional PronounsBonus: Spanish Verbs with PrepositionsKey PointsTaking It to the Next LevelDownload PDF\n\n\n\nSpanish Prepositions List\n\n\n\nHere is a list of the most common prepositions in Spanish, their uses, and some examples: \n\n\n\n\nPrepositionExpressesEnglish TranslationExampleA- Direction and destination.- Point in time. - Distance and position.- Personal a.  - Means or manner.To \/ In \/ AtTe veo a las 8. See you at 8. Con  - Company. - Means or instruments. With Estoy con Carlos.I\u2019m with Carlos. Contra- Opposition. - Contrast. AgainstPonla contra la pared.Put it against the wall.  De- Possession. - Origin. - Material. Of \/ From Soy de M\u00e9xico. I\u2019m from Mexico. Desde- Starting point.  - Point of departure. Since \/ FromVengo desde Par\u00eds. I come from Paris.Durante- Duration. - SimultaneityDuring \/ ForDurante el invierno\u2026During winter\u2026En- Location & Time. - Means of transportation. In \/ On \/ AtEst\u00e1 en la mesa. It\u2019s on the table. Entre- Location. - Comparisons. - Sharing. Between Est\u00e1 entre la mesa y la silla. It\u2019s between the table and the chair. Hacia- Direction.Toward \/ ToCaminamos hacia el bar. We walked toward the bar. Hasta- Limit. Until \/ Up toTrabajo hasta las 5 de la tarde. I work until 5 in the evening. Para- Deadline. - Purpose. -Recipient or destination. For \/ ToEs para ti. It\u2019s for you. Por- Cause. - Means. - Amount of time. For \/ By \/ Around \/ ThroughVine por ti. I came for you. Sin- Lack of something. WithoutSal\u00ed sin dinero. I left without money. Sobre- Location or position. - Topic or subject. About \/ On top ofNo hablamos sobre eso. We didn\u2019t talk about it. \n\n\n\n\nHere are some additional sentences using basic prepositions in Spanish: \n\n\n\nLauren va a la biblioteca. Lauren goes to the library.\n\n\n\nLos ni\u00f1os est\u00e1n en la escuela. The children are at school. \n\n\n\nVivimos aqu\u00ed desde mayo.We\u2019ve lived here since May. \n\n\n\nTake Note: According to the Royal Spanish Academy there are 23 prepositions in Spanish. However, the list above contains the prepositions more commonly used. \n\n\n\nThe list below are the remaining list of prepositions recognized by RAE, but less commonly used in Spanish:\n\n\n\nAnte: Before \/ Faced withBajo: UnderCabe: Only used in compound prepositionsMediante: By \/ WithSeg\u00fan: According to \/ As soon asSo: UnderTras: After \/ BehindVersus: Versus \/ AgainstV\u00eda: Via \/ By way\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCompound prepositions in Spanish\n\n\n\nCompound prepositions, or prepositional phrases, are structures that combine a Spanish preposition with a noun or an adverb. Examples of basic compound prepositions include:\u00a0\n\n\n\nA pesar de: Despite Abajo de: Below \/ UnderAl lado de: Next toAntes de: BeforeCabe destacar: It should be noted thatCerca de: Nearby \/ CloseDetr\u00e1s de: Behind Despues de: After En contra de: Opposed to En lugar de: Instead ofEn medio de: In the middle ofEnfrente de: In front of Gracias a: Thanks toPor encima de: Over \/ Above\n\n\n\nMany of these phrases are used as prepositions of place in Spanish. Here are some examples:\n\n\n\nPude ir gracias a ustedes. I was able to go thanks to you guys. \n\n\n\nDej\u00e9 tu cartera al lado de la l\u00e1mpara. I left your wallet next to the lamp. \n\n\n\nA pesar de todo, acabamos a tiempo. Despite everything, we finished on time. \n\n\n\nHow & When to Use Spanish Prepositions\n\n\n\nA Spanish preposition is used to connect pronouns or nouns with different elements in the sentence. On top of linking these words, prepositions also express different concepts such as origin, time, location, direction, manner, cause, purpose, introduce an object, etc. \n\n\n\nSo, we use prepositions to express these relationships. For example:\n\n\n\nEmily naci\u00f3 en 1990. Emily was born in 1990.\n\n\n\nEl vestido es de seda. The dress is made of silk. \n\n\n\nMe mud\u00e9 para ahorrar dinero. I moved out to save money. \n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 haces durante el d\u00eda?What do you do during the day? \n\n\n\nGuillermo y Luz fueron a la farmacia.Guillermo and Luz went to the pharmacy. \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s check the last example. When forming this clause, I need to connect the people with the place to which they\u2019re heading. Since the preposition a in Spanish expresses destination, this is the word I should use to connect the elements of my sentence.  \n\n\n\nSo, you must understand each preposition's uses to ensure you apply them correctly. \n\n\n\nUnlike English, prepositions in Spanish can never be used at the end of a sentence. This is especially important when asking questions. In such cases, prepositions are placed at the beginning of the question:\n\n\n\n\u00bfPara qu\u00e9 quieres mis llaves?Why do you want my keys for?\n\n\n\nTake Note: Some prepositions can be easily confused because they share the same translation. That\u2019s the case of por vs para and a vs en. However, each Spanish preposition has a different application. For instance, \u2018a\u2019 means \u2018at\u2019 when expressing time, whereas \u2018en\u2019 means \u2018at\u2019 when indicating location.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPronouns After Prepositions in Spanish\n\n\n\nAs its name suggests, Spanish prepositional pronouns are pronouns which are used after prepositions. For the most part, these pronouns are the same as subject pronouns. However, there are a few exceptions. \n\n\n\nPrepositional pronouns in Spanish are: \n\n\n\nM\u00ed: MeTi: You \u00c9l \/ Ella \/ Usted: Him \/ Her \/ YouNosotros: UsVosotros: YouEllos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes: Them \/ You\n\n\n\nHere are some sentences:\n\n\n\nEl pastel es para m\u00ed. The cake is for me. \n\n\n\nPreg\u00fantale a ellos si quieren ir. Ask them if they want to go. \n\n\n\nNo se preocupen por nosotros. Don\u2019t worry about us. \n\n\n\nQue se quede entre t\u00fa y yo, por favor. Please, let\u2019s keep this between you and I. \n\n\n\nAlthough the Spanish pronouns above are used with most prepositions, there are some exceptions to keep in mind for m\u00ed and ti. \n\n\n\nWith the preposition \u2018con\u2019, these pronouns become \u2018conmigo\u2019 and \u2018contigo\u2019. Use the subject pronouns \u2018yo\u2019 and \u2018t\u00fa\u2019 with the prepositions \u2018entre\u2019,  \u2018excepto\u2019, \u2018salvo\u2019 and \u2018seg\u00fan\u2019. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBonus: Verbs with Prepositions\n\n\n\nMany Spanish verbs are often followed by prepositions. Here is a list of common verbs and the prepositions they work with:\n\n\n\nAcabar de: To have just \/ To finishAcordarse de: To remember Aprender a: To learn Arrepentirse de: To regretAyudar a: To helpCasarse con: To marryComenzar a: To startConfiar en: To trustCreer en: To believe Dejar de: To stop doing somethingDepender de: To depend onDespedirse de: To say goodbyeEmpezar a: To startEnamorarse de: To fall in love withEncontrarse con: To bump into Ense\u00f1ar a: To teachInsistir en: To insist Invitar a: To inviteIr a: To go toPensar en: To think aboutPonerse a: To apply yourself to \/ To startQuedar en: To agree \/ To planQuejarse de: To complain So\u00f1ar con: To dream aboutTratar de: To try Volver a: To do again\n\n\n\nSome of these terms may be followed by nouns or verbs in infinitive form. Here are some examples: \n\n\n\nEllos acabaron de ver la pel\u00edcula.They finished watching the movie.\n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 no invitaste a tus amigos?Why didn't you invite your friends?\n\n\n\nJulio se cas\u00f3 con mi mejor amiga. Julio married my best friend. \n\n\n\nAlexis aprendi\u00f3 a cocinar cuando era ni\u00f1o. Alexis learned to cook when he was a kid.\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nPrepositions are an essential part of Spanish grammar. Since they allow you to build well-structured sentences and express the relationship between a noun and other elements, these words are crucial. Here are some key points to remember: \n\n\n\nPrepositions in Spanish connect nouns and pronouns with other elements in the sentence.\u00a0Spanish prepositions express location, time, direction, manner, origin, cause, lack, or company, among other things.\u00a0Some prepositions may express more than one relationship. For instance, \u2018a\u2019 conveys direction or time.\u00a0\u2018A\u2019, \u2018con\u2019, \u2018contra\u2019, \u2018de\u2019, \u2018desde\u2019, \u2018durante\u2019, \u2018en\u2019, \u2018entre\u2019, \u2018hacia\u2019, \u2018hasta\u2019, \u2018para\u2019, \u2018por\u2019, \u2018sin\u2019, and \u2018sobre\u2019 are the most common prepositions in Spanish.\u00a0Compound prepositions are the combination of a preposition, a noun, or adverb.In Spanish, prepositional pronouns are the pronouns we use after a preposition.\u00a0Most of these pronouns are no different from subject pronouns. However, \u2018yo\u2019 and \u2018t\u00fa\u2019 have special forms.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources for Prepositions in Spanish\n\n\n\nPrepositions are one of the nine parts of speech in Spanish. In other words, they\u2019re the building blocks of sentences. Here are some resources that can help you master this topic:\n\n\n\nDesde vs Desde Hace: Desde is a preposition of time in Spanish. In this guide, you\u2019ll learn more about the structures and variations you can use to measure time.\u00a0Personal A: On top of expressing time and movement, the preposition a in Spanish is also used to introduce the direct object of a clause. Since this application doesn\u2019t exist in English and is crucial for proper Spanish, you should check the rules to use personal a.\u00a0Al vs Del: In Spanish, the contractions al and del are very common, but they\u2019re only applied in specific situations. You'll learn how and when to use these Spanish contractions in this resource.\u00a0How to Use De: De is one of the most common prepositions in Spanish. Click on this resource to find out the different uses of this word.\u00a0Spanish Preposition of Place: In this guide, you\u2019ll learn the prepositions you must use to express where things are located.\u00a0\n\n\n\nDownload the List of Spanish Prepositions & Guide PDF\n\n\n\nPrepositions are essential for Spanish beginners to learn. 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Seeing that its uses are applied daily, in this guide, you\u2019ll learn how to use de in Spanish. \n\n\n\nHow & When to Use DeDe vs Del in SpanishBonus: Common Expressions with DeNext Steps: Spanish ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nI\u2019ve included real-life examples that can easily show you how to use this word correctly. Let\u2019s do this.\n\n\n\nWhen to Use De in Spanish?\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, de is used to: \n\n\n\nTalk about possessions and relationshipsExpress origin Describe materials and qualities Form comparisonsExpress time \n\n\n\nBelow is a detailed explanation of what structures you must use in each use case. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpress possession or relationships\n\n\n\nDe in Spanish is often used to talk about people\u2019s belongings and relationships. Note that this use cannot be applied when referring to your own relationships and possessions. \n\n\n\n[Noun] + de + [noun]\n\n\n\nEl carro de Mindy es rojo.Mindy\u2019s car is red. \n\n\n\nLos pap\u00e1s de Alan son doctores.Alan\u2019s parents are doctors. \n\n\n\nEse muchacho es el novio de mi hermana. That guy is my sister\u2019s boyfriend. \n\n\n\nWith this application, it\u2019s common to use Spanish possessive adjectives instead of de. \n\n\n\nExpress origin \n\n\n\nThe preposition de also allows you to convey something or someone\u2019s origin. Here are some examples: \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + de + [noun]\n\n\n\nVengo del dentista. I\u2019m coming from the dentist.\n\n\n\nMi vecina es de Espa\u00f1a. My neighbor is from Spain. \n\n\n\nLos tacos y el tequila son de M\u00e9xico. Tacos and tequila are from Mexico. \n\n\n\nExpressing origin not only refers to nationality but also says where a person or thing is coming from. Remember that you can also use Spanish adjectives of nationality to express someone\u2019s origin. \n\n\n\nExpress what something is made of\n\n\n\nThe structure de + noun is used to talk about the qualities, portions, material, or style of something: \n\n\n\nEl vestido de seda es m\u00edo. The silk dress is mine. \n\n\n\nNecesito un vaso de pl\u00e1stico. I need a plastic cup. \n\n\n\nNos gustan las pel\u00edculas de acci\u00f3n. We like action movies. \n\n\n\nSu celular es de color negro. Her phone is black. \n\n\n\nForming comparisons\n\n\n\nAs its name suggests, Spanish superlatives allow you to compare things against each other. With these structures, de introduces the group of things against which you're comparing something. \n\n\n\nEs el mejor sal\u00f3n de la escuela. It\u2019s the best classroom in the school. \n\n\n\nSamantha es la m\u00e1s amable de sus hermanas. Samantha is the kindest of her sisters. \n\n\n\nExpress time\n\n\n\nWith certain nouns and adjectives, de in Spanish is used as a time reference point: \n\n\n\nMi hermana lleg\u00f3 de madrugada. My sister arrived in the middle of the night. \n\n\n\nDe ni\u00f1a, no me gustaba comer verduras. As a child, I didn\u2019t like to eat vegetables. \n\n\n\nDe grande, Luis quiere ser astronauta. Luis wants to be an astronaut when he\u2019s older. \n\n\n\nWhen it comes to time, this Spanish word also measures when something starts and finishes: \n\n\n\nDe + [noun\/years] + a + [noun\/years]\n\n\n\nTrabajamos de lunes a viernes. We work from Monday to Friday. \n\n\n\nCarolina se va de viaje del 15 al 20 de mayo. Carolina is going on a trip from May 15 to May 20. \n\n\n\nDe vs Del in Spanish\n\n\n\nThe Spanish word del is the contraction of de + el. This contracted form must be used when the preposition de is followed by the definite article \u2018el\u2019, which is used with singular masculine nouns.\u00a0\n\n\n\nCheck these examples: \n\n\n\nVengo de la farmacia. I\u2019m coming from the pharmacy. \n\n\n\nVenimos del cine. We\u2019re coming from the movies. \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, his contraction is done to ease the pronunciation and avoid having two 'e' sounds in a row. In short, del is still the preposition de, but combined with an article. \n\n\n\nSome contexts where you can see this contraction more often are expressing location, possession, origin, forming comparisons, and saying dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBonus: Common Expressions with De \n\n\n\nIn addition to the uses you just learned, this Spanish preposition is also used in some idiomatic expressions. Here is a list of common phrases: \n\n\n\nA pesar de: DespiteA cambio de: In exchange A diferencia de: Unlike De acuerdo: Okay \/ AgreedDe hecho: In factDe modo que: So that \/ In order thatDe nuevo: AgainDe paso: Passing through \/ TemporaryDe pies a cabeza: From head to toesDe repente: Suddenly Piel de gallina: Goosebumps \n\n\n\nWhat to Do Next: Related Spanish Resources\n\n\n\nNow that you\u2019ve learned how to use de, you should also understand the difference between al and del since these contractions are commonly confused. Although this word can be used to express ownership, you should also know how to use Spanish possessive adjectives. \n\n\n\nLike de, there are other common prepositions in Spanish that can help you communicate your ideas more clearly. So, check what those words are and try to start adding them to your conversations.\n\n\n\nDownload the PDF for De in Spanish\n\n\n\nDe is a crucial preposition to learn in order to sound natural when speaking Spanish. Download the PDF for this guide with all the use cases, rules, examples and expressions.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"How to Use De in Spanish: Examples, De vs Del & More","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-12","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"August 12, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-to-Use-De-in-Spanish-Examples-De-vs-Del-More-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/personal-a-in-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Personal-A-in-Spanish-How-When-to-Use-and-Not-Use-It-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Personal A in Spanish: How, When to Use (and Not Use) It</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/personal-a-in-spanish/">Personal A in Spanish: How, When to Use (and Not Use) It</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Have you ever wondered why some Spanish sentences have an extra a before people or pets and why this word has no English translation? 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Even though it\u2019s never translated, the personal a in Spanish is required to form complete and accurate sentences. \n\n\n\nSince this is such an important part of Spanish grammar, in this guide, we\u2019ll go over: \n\n\n\nWhat is the Personal A & When to Use itPersonal a with Spanish pronounsWhen not to use the personal aList of Spanish Verbs that Use the Personal AKey PointsWhat To Do Next: Spanish ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nAlthough the Spanish personal a is not included in translations, it\u2019s a crucial structure you must understand and know how to use. So, let\u2019s get down to business! \n\n\n\nWhen to Use Personal A in Spanish\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, the personal \u2018a\u2019 consists of placing the preposition a before direct objects that refer to specific people or pets. In other words, you must use personal \u2018a\u2019 to indicate the concrete person or animal receiving the verb\u2019s action. \n\n\n\nHere are some sentences: \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + a + (determiner) + [noun] \n\n\n\nBuscamos a Luis y a Mary. We\u2019re looking for Luis and Mary. \n\n\n\nAyer llev\u00e9 a mi perro al veterinario. Yesterday, I took my dog to the vet. \n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 dejaste a Cindy sola?Why did you leave Cindy alone?\n\n\n\nJudith est\u00e1 cuidando a la beb\u00e9. Judith is watching the baby. \n\n\n\nThe Spanish personal \u2018a\u2019 can be followed by proper nouns (names of people or places) or common nouns that refer to specific people or animals. Since these are specific entities, you must use concrete determiners such as possessives and definite articles.\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s important to note that, when it comes to animals, the personal a in Spanish is not exclusive to pets. In fact, we must use this structure when talking about a specific animal: \n\n\n\nLos ni\u00f1os ven al le\u00f3n. The kids look at the lion. \n\n\n\nEl encargado del zool\u00f3gico alimenta a las jirafas. The zookeeper feeds the giraffes. \n\n\n\nCheck the previous sentences. To simplify pronunciation, the definite article \u2018el\u2019 is combined with the \u2018personal a\u2019 in Spanish to form the contraction \u2018al\u2019. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Direct objects in Spanish are the receivers of the action in a sentence, you can find these objects by answering the question \u2018who?\u2019 or \u2018what?\u2019 is being acted upon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpanish personal a with pronouns\n\n\n\nAs you may already know, Spanish pronouns are words we use to replace the noun in a sentence. Some pronouns that work with the personal a are: \n\n\n\nInterrogative words qui\u00e9n and cu\u00e1nto.Prepositional pronouns, such as \u2018m\u00ed\u2019, \u2018ti\u2019, \u2018ella\u2019. The indefinite pronouns alguien and nadie.\n\n\n\n[Personal a] + [pronoun] \n\n\n\n\u00bfA qui\u00e9n est\u00e1s viendo?Who are you watching?\n\n\n\nEstamos esperando a alguien. We\u2019re waiting for someone. \n\n\n\nEntiende que Joe la ama a ella. Understand that Joe loves her.\n\n\n\nNo conozco a nadie que hable chino. I don\u2019t know anyone that speaks Chinese. \n\n\n\nNotice that, even when using pronouns, the Spanish personal \u2018a\u2019 is still replacing a person working as the direct object of the sentence.\n\n\n\nWhen not to use personal a \n\n\n\nThe personal a in Spanish is not required when the direct object refers to a place, thing, or unspecified animal. \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + [determiner]+ [noun]\n\n\n\nNo conozco este lugar. I don\u2019t know this place. \n\n\n\n\u00bfD\u00f3nde dejaste las llaves?Where did you leave the keys? \n\n\n\nCelia est\u00e1 escribiendo una carta. Celia is writing a letter. \n\n\n\nEllos quieren un perro peque\u00f1o y tranquilo.\u00a0They want a quiet and small dog.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5QRZ13VZ2PE\n\n\n\n\nSpanish Verbs that Use Personal A\n\n\n\nHere is a list of Spanish verbs that use personal a: \n\n\n\nAcompa\u00f1ar: To accompany Admirar: To admireAmar: To loveBa\u00f1ar: To showerBuscar: To look forConocer: To meet \/ To knowCuidar: To take care \/ To watch overDejar: To leaveEmpujar: To pushEncontrar: To findEnga\u00f1ar: To cheat \/ To trick Escuchar: To listen toEsperar: To waitInvitar: To inviteLimpiar: To cleanLlamar: To callLlevar: To takePeinar: To comb \/ To brushQuerer: To love \/ To wantSaludar: To waive \/ To greetVer: To see \/ To watchVisitar: To visit\n\n\n\nYo quiero mucho a mis pap\u00e1s.I love my parents very much. \n\n\n\nMi mam\u00e1 lleva a los ni\u00f1os a la escuela. My mom takes the kids to school. \n\n\n\nDeber\u00edas invitar a Paulina y a sus amigas. You should invite Paulina and her friends. \n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nOmitting the personal a in Spanish leads to forming incomplete sentences and affects your fluency. Here are some essential points you must keep in mind: \n\n\n\nThe personal a in Spanish is used in sentences with direct objects. As its name suggests, the Spanish personal \u2018a\u2019 introduces a concrete person or animal who is receiving the action of the verb. It can be used with common nouns (ni\u00f1o, se\u00f1ora, mam\u00e1) as long as they refer to specific people or pets. The contraction al is the result of combining the preposition \u2018a\u2019 with the definite article \u2018el\u2019. Use this contraction when the personal \u2018a\u2019 is followed by this article. The personal \u2018a\u2019 in Spanish is not used when the direct object refers to places, things, or unknown animals. Many Spanish transitive verbs use this grammatical element. \n\n\n\nPersonal A Spanish Additional Resources\n\n\n\nThe word \u2018a\u2019 is one of the most common Spanish prepositions. In this guide, you learned how to use it with direct objects. However, like other prepositions, it has more useful applications. So, make sure you understand how to use it. Here are your next steps to master this topic. \n\n\n\nUnderstanding what direct objects are and how to find them is indispensable to mastering the personal a in Spanish. So, click on the previous link to learn more about this topic. Some verbs require a direct object to have meaning. Since some of them work with the personal \u2018a\u2019, you should check what Spanish transitive verbs are and how to use them.  \n\n\n\nDownload the Personal A in Spanish PDF\n\n\n\nGrammar topics like the Spanish personal a aren\u2019t always difficult to understand, but can take time to become comfortable with and implement. Feel free to download a copy of the PDF for this guide with all the rules on when to use and not use the personal a as well as examples of how it\u2019s used in Spanish.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Personal A in Spanish: How, When to Use (and Not Use) It","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-12","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 13, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Personal-A-in-Spanish-How-When-to-Use-and-Not-Use-It-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-subjunctive/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/A-Simple-Guide-to-Master-the-Spanish-Subjunctive-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to A Simple Guide to Master the Spanish Subjunctive</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-subjunctive/">A Simple Guide to Master the Spanish Subjunctive</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>The Spanish subjunctive mood is crucial for delivering messages as simple as wishing a person a good day or giving advice. In short, this verb mood is fundamental to understanding and communicating...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/spanish-subjunctive/" aria-label="Continue Reading: A Simple Guide to Master the Spanish Subjunctive">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"A Simple Guide to Master the Spanish Subjunctive","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/spanish-subjunctive\/","articleBody":"The Spanish subjunctive mood is crucial for delivering messages as simple as wishing a person a good day or giving advice. In short, this verb mood is fundamental to understanding and communicating effectively. So, in this subjunctive Spanish guide, you\u2019ll find key information about this mood. \n\n\n\nHere is what we\u2019ll cover: \n\n\n\nWhen to Use the Subjunctive MoodSubjunctive formula When Not to Use the SubjunctiveSubjunctive Conjugations in SpanishPresent PastCompound tensesKey PointsDive DeeperDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nHow & When to Use the Subjunctive in Spanish\n\n\n\nThe Spanish subjunctive mood refers to subjective and hypothetical situations. In simple words, el subjuntivo allows us to: \n\n\n\nExpress hopes and wishesGive advice or suggestionsDescribe qualities of unknown people or thingsRequest or demand somethingExpress feelings and emotions about an eventCommunicate doubts and possibilities \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnlike the indicative mood that focuses on certainty and reality, the subjunctive in Spanish is highly hypothetical. Check these examples: \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 tengas un buen viaje. I hope you have a good trip. \n\n\n\nLes recomend\u00e9 que vieran esta pel\u00edcula. I recommended them to watch this movie. \n\n\n\nBusco una casa que sea grande y accesible. I\u2019m looking for a house that is big and affordable. \n\n\n\nSe\u00f1ora, es necesario que se quede quieta. Ma\u2019am, you need to stay still. \n\n\n\nMe da tristeza que ustedes no se lleven bien. It makes me sad that you don\u2019t get along. \n\n\n\nNo creo que David vaya a venir. I don\u2019t think David is going to come. \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s go over some of these sentences. The underlined words are Spanish verbs or phrases in indicative form that express wishes, doubts, feelings, demands, etc. The bolded ones (subjunctive) refer to the action or person towards which we direct this subjectivity.\n\n\n\nTake sentence #2 as an example. In this statement, we must use the Spanish subjunctive because, despite my suggestions, we have no way of knowing if my friends are actually going to watch what I said. \n\n\n\nThis logic applies to all applications except when referring to emotions (sentence #5), which expresses how someone\u2019s action makes you feel. \n\n\n\nTake Note: WEIRDO is a popular acronym that provides a simplified explanation of the Spanish subjunctive. However, don\u2019t forget that you must also use this mood to describe characteristics of unknown people or places.  \n\n\n\nMe gustar\u00eda tener un celular que tome buenas fotos. I would like to have a phone that takes good pictures. \n\n\n\nBethany quiere un novio que sepa cocinar. Bethany wants a boyfriend that knows how to cook. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFormula for the subjunctive\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, sentences that use the subjunctive mood follow a distinctive structure \u2013they have a main and a subordinate clause. In simple terms, subjunctive sentences have two verbs and two subjects. \n\n\n\nThis structure conveys that a person wishes, feels a certain way, suggests, doubts, or demands that someone else does or has something. \n\n\n\nHere is the formula for the Spanish subjunctive: \n\n\n\n[Indicative verb] + que + [verb in subjunctive]\n\n\n\nYo quer\u00eda que ustedes me ayudaran. I wanted you guys to help me. \n\n\n\nNos alegra que est\u00e9s bien. We are happy that you are okay. \n\n\n\n\u00bfQui\u00e9n crees que le haya dicho a Mary?Who do you think told Mary? \n\n\n\nRemember that Spanish subject pronouns can be omitted in a sentence since the conjugation already conveys who the subject is. Also, notice that the verb in subjunctive mood often matches the tense used in the main clause (verb #1). \n\n\n\nSimply put, if the first part of the sentence is in present indicative tense, the verb in subjunctive form must also be in present form.\n\n\n\nThe Spanish subjunctive is also formed with impersonal expressions. These triggers use a similar formula:\u00a0\n\n\n\n[Impersonal expression] + que + [verb in subjunctive]\n\n\n\nEs importante que leas las instrucciones. It\u2019s important that you read the instructions. \n\n\n\nSe\u00f1ora, no es necesario que regrese. Ma\u2019am, you don\u2019t need to come back. \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 is a conjunction or interjection that triggers the subjunctive in Spanish, and it often omits the word \u2018que\u2019: \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 puedan venir. I hope you can come. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Reflexive verbs in subjunctive form follow the same conjugation pattern as non-reflexive verbs. However, don\u2019t forget to place the appropriate reflexive pronoun before the conjugated verb \u2013 E.g. Espero que te duermas temprano. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen Not to Use the Subjunctive in Spanish\n\n\n\nSo, now that you know when to use the subjunctive in Spanish, let\u2019s see when you should not use this mood. \n\n\n\nUse the Spanish indicative mood instead of the subjunctive to express certainty or objectivity. In short, to refer to real actions or events that are perceived as factual. Check these sentences: \n\n\n\nMar\u00eda no es muy amable. Maria is not very nice. \n\n\n\nEspero que hoy Mar\u00eda sea un poco m\u00e1s amable. I hope that today Maria is nicer. \n\n\n\nNotice that the first example is a description based on facts and reality. We describe how Maria is based on our experience. However, the second example (in the present subjunctive) conveys hope about her behavior; like any hope, there\u2019s no certainty that it will happen. \n\n\n\nAs you know, sentences with the subjunctive are formed with two subjects or an impersonal expression. However, the subjunctive is not used if those hopes, demands, advice, or doubts are directed toward the same subject. In such cases, you must use an infinitive verb. \n\n\n\n[Verb conjugated] + [infinitive]\n\n\n\nEspero llegar temprano. I hope I arrive early. \n\n\n\nUstedes necesitan descansar m\u00e1s. You guys need to rest more. \n\n\n\nSandra quer\u00eda viajar con su familia. Sandra wanted to travel with her family. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The subjunctive is one of the three Spanish verb moods. Although they\u2019re often confused, the indicative and subjunctive express different meanings. So, you should take the time to understand when to use subjunctive or indicative in Spanish.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpanish Subjunctive Tenses & Conjugations\n\n\n\nThere are four main subjunctive Spanish tenses used in the modern-day Spanish language: \n\n\n\nSimple subjunctive tenses: \n\n\n\nPresent subjunctiveImperfect or past subjunctive \n\n\n\nCompound subjunctive tenses: \n\n\n\nPresent perfect subjunctivePast perfect subjunctive\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s check the endings that you\u2019ll use for each tense. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The subjunctive mood also has future and future perfect tenses. However, these tenses have fallen out of use and, as a result, you shouldn\u2019t worry about learning them. \n\n\n\nPresent subjunctive \n\n\n\nThe Spanish present subjunctive is used to express current wishes, demands, emotions, and doubts and describes unknown people or things in the present. The regular endings to form this tense are: \n\n\n\n\nPersonARER \/ IRYo-e-aT\u00fa-es-as\u00c9l \/ Ella Usted-e-aNosotros-emos-amosVosotros-\u00e9is-\u00e1isEllos \/ EllasUstedes-en-an\n\n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 que Juan compre m\u00e1s galletas. I hope Juan buys more cookies. \n\n\n\nVen a verme cuando termines. Come to see me when you finish. \n\n\n\nCheck the rules to conjugate the Spanish present subjunctive since these forms are heavily based in the present indicative. \n\n\n\nImperfect subjunctive\n\n\n\nOn top of expressing past hopes, skepticism, and suggestions, the imperfect subjunctive in Spanish is also used to express politeness. The past subjunctive endings for regular and irregular verbs are:\u00a0\n\n\n\n\nPersonPast subjunctive endingsYo-ra \/-seT\u00fa-ras \/-ses\u00c9l \/ Ella Usted-ra \/-seNosotros-ramos \/-semosVosotros-rais \/-seisEllos \/ EllasUstedes- ran \/-sen\n\n\n\n\nEsperaba que tuvieras tiempo de ayudarme. I was hoping that you had time to help me. \n\n\n\nMis amigos quer\u00edan que fu\u00e9semos a correr. My friends wanted us to go running. \n\n\n\nAs you can probably tell, the past perfect subjunctive conjugation leverages the past preterite tense forms. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The past imperfect subjunctive tense has two different endings (conjugation models) depending on whether you\u2019re using Latin American or Castilian Spanish. Check out the guide on this tense to learn more.\n\n\n\nCompound tenses \n\n\n\nThe compound forms of the Spanish subjunctive are formed with the same elements \u2013 the auxiliary verb haber and a past participle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlthough they\u2019re formed with the same elements, these forms have different purposes. \n\n\n\nThe Spanish present perfect subjunctive conveys current emotions, wishes, or uncertainty about a past action relevant to the present. For instance: \n\n\n\nNo creo que Luis se haya enojado contigo. I don\u2019t think Luis got upset with you. \n\n\n\nDudo que los ni\u00f1os hayan limpiado su cuarto. I doubt that the kids have cleaned their room. \n\n\n\nOn the other hand, the past perfect subjunctive in Spanish allows you to express regrets and hypotheses about things that could have happened: \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 me hubieras dicho antes. I wish you had told me sooner. \n\n\n\nSi hubieras ido, te habr\u00edas divertido.If you had gone, you would have had fun.  \n\n\n\nKey Points: Subjunctive Rules\n\n\n\nThe subjunctive mood is crucial for communicating clearly and effectively in Spanish. Here are some important rules and main ideas to remember: \n\n\n\nThe Spanish subjunctive conveys the speaker\u2019s subjectivity. As a result, it\u2019s used to express uncertainty, hopes, feelings about an action or behavior, requests, and suggestions, and describe the qualities of an unknown person or place.The actions expressed with the subjunctive are hypothetical because they have not occurred, and we do not know if they will happen. Sentences with the subjunctive use two subjects and two verbs. Subjunctive statements express that someone wishes, suggests, or has a certain emotion or doubts about another person\u2019s actions, behaviors, or states. We must use an infinitive verb when the hopes, needs, or recommendations are directed toward the same subject. The subjunctive mood in Spanish has four main tenses: present, past, present perfect, and past perfect. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubjunctive Spanish Additional Resources\n\n\n\nFor many Spanish learners, the subjunctive mood can be challenging. To master it, you should first know what Spanish verb moods are and how they work. Understanding the differences between indicative and subjunctive can help you familiarize yourself with the applications of this mood.\u00a0\n\n\n\nAlso, identifying phrases and verbs that trigger the subjunctive will allow you to quickly know when to use the subjunctive. Finally, I encourage you to check our conjugation hub page so that you can practice the conjugation endings for the subjunctive forms.\u00a0\n\n\n\nDownload the Spanish Subjunctive Mood PDF\n\n\n\nThe Spanish subjunctive mood is by far the most difficult mood and set of tenses for most learners to understand and use in their daily conversations. I\u2019ve created a PDF for this guide you can download for free to review whenever you need. It has all the graphics, key points, and rules for how and when to use the subjunctive in Spanish\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"A Simple Guide to Master the Spanish Subjunctive","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-07-11","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 26, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/A-Simple-Guide-to-Master-the-Spanish-Subjunctive-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/ask-questions-in-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/How-to-Ask-Questions-in-Spanish-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to How to Ask Questions in Spanish: Rules, Tips & Examples</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/ask-questions-in-spanish/">How to Ask Questions in Spanish: Rules, Tips & Examples</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Being able to ask questions in Spanish is an essential and fundamental skill that can be handy in everyday situations. As a result, in this guide, you’ll learn the word order, elements, and rules...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/ask-questions-in-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: How to Ask Questions in Spanish: Rules, Tips & Examples">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"How to Ask Questions in Spanish: Rules, Tips & Examples","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/ask-questions-in-spanish\/","articleBody":"Being able to ask questions in Spanish is an essential and fundamental skill that can be handy in everyday situations. As a result, in this guide, you\u2019ll learn the word order, elements, and rules needed to form Spanish questions. \n\n\n\nHow to Ask Questions in SpanishWord Order for Asking Questions Key PointsNext Steps & ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nI\u2019ve included examples and recordings so you can see how the intonation works when asking questions. \n\n\n\nHow to Ask Questions in Spanish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, there are two ways to ask questions depending on the information you want to obtain. For questions that can be answered with a yes or no (yes\/no questions), you can simply change the intonation of a negative or affirmative statement. \n\n\n\nFor example: \n\n\n\n\nStatement QuestionTe gustan los gatos. You like cats. \u00bfTe gustan los gatos?Do you like cats?Ellos saben d\u00f3nde est\u00e1 el museo. They know where the museum is. \u00bfUstedes saben d\u00f3nde est\u00e1 el museo?Do you guys know where the museum is?\n\n\n\n\nSimilar to English, when asking questions in Spanish, the intonation rises toward the end. Check this recording: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen asking questions that request information, you must use Spanish question words: \n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9? - What?\u00bfCu\u00e1l? - What? \/ Which?\u00bfCu\u00e1ndo? - When?\u00bfD\u00f3nde? - Where?\u00bfC\u00f3mo? - How?\u00bfQui\u00e9n? - Who?\u00bfPor qu\u00e9? - Why?\u00bfCu\u00e1nto? - How much?\n\n\n\nHere are some examples: \n\n\n\n\u00bfC\u00f3mo est\u00e1n, ni\u00f1os?How are you, kids?\n\n\n\n\u00bfQui\u00e9n es esa chica?Who is that girl?\n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 te gustan los gatos?Why do you like cats?\n\n\n\n\u00bfCu\u00e1ndo vamos a ir al cine?When are we going to the movies?\n\n\n\nAs you may have noticed, Spanish questions must always be surrounded by two question marks. This is an important rule you shouldn\u2019t overlook in writing environments. \n\n\n\nBelow, we\u2019ll study the correct word order to ask questions in Spanish. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Unlike English, Spanish doesn\u2019t use auxiliary verbs, such as do or does, to ask questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWord Order When Asking Questions in Spanish\n\n\n\nWhen transforming an affirmative or negative sentence into a question, the word order is the same since you\u2019re just changing the intonation. Just as a quick reminder, this order should be: \n\n\n\n(Subject)+ [verb] + [complement]\n\n\n\n\u00bfAna habla espa\u00f1ol?Does Ana speak Spanish? \n\n\n\n\u00bfTienes hambre?Are you hungry?\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re using question words, the order should be: \n\n\n\n[Question word] + [verb] + [complement]\n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 est\u00e1 enojada Ana?Why is Ana mad? \n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 comieron ayer?What did you guys eat yesterday?\n\n\n\nUnlike English, Spanish prepositions are always placed at the beginning of the question. Here is the word order you must follow: \n\n\n\n[Preposition] + [question word] + [verb] + [complement]\n\n\n\n\u00bfDe d\u00f3nde eres?Where are you from?\n\n\n\n\u00bfA qu\u00e9 hora es tu cita con el doctor?What time is your appointment?\n\n\n\n\u00bfPara qu\u00e9 quieres mi tel\u00e9fono?What do you want my phone for? \n\n\n\nTake Note: Subject pronouns in Spanish can often be omitted since the verb conjugation conveys who the subject is. When it comes to questions, use subject pronouns to clarify who you\u2019re talking to, approach and address someone for the first, or add emphasis to the question.\u00a0\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nAsking questions in Spanish is an essential skill that can help you engage in conversations or express your doubts about something. Here is a summary of how to ask questions in Spanish:\n\n\n\nAn affirmative or negative sentence can be transformed into a question by changing the intonation. Questions in Spanish must be surrounded by two question marks. Question words in Spanish are used to request information rather than a \u2018yes\/no\u2019 answer. Spanish prepositions are never placed at the end of the question. In Spanish, you do not need auxiliary verbs to ask questions. \n\n\n\nSpanish Questions Additional Resources\n\n\n\nNow that you understand the foundations of asking questions, here are some recommendations you can follow for next steps on your Spanish learning journey. Spanish question words have distinctive purposes and work with different elements. So, make sure you take the time to understand how and when to use them. \n\n\n\nDepending on who you\u2019re asking a question to, you may have to adapt the pronouns and conjugation. As a result, you should check how Spanish verb conjugation works and the different pronouns you can use. \n\n\n\nDownloadable PDF","headline":"How to Ask Questions in Spanish: Rules, Tips & Examples","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-06-29","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 13, 2024","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/How-to-Ask-Questions-in-Spanish-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/verb-mood-in-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Spanish-Guide-to-Verb-Moods-Indicative-Imperative-Subjunctive-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Verb Mood in Spanish: Indicative, Subjunctive & Imperative </span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/verb-mood-in-spanish/">Verb Mood in Spanish: Indicative, Subjunctive & Imperative </a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Verb mood in Spanish allows you to convey your perspective about the information you share. 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In short, understanding how Spanish moods work is crucial to accurately expressing ideas and conveying different shades of meaning. \n\n\n\nSince this topic is critical to improving your fluency, in this guide, we\u2019ll go over: \n\n\n\nWhat Is Verb Mood & Different MoodsIndicative SubjunctiveImperativeSpanish Tenses vs Moods Key PointsNext Steps to Master Spanish MoodsDownload PDF \n\n\n\nMood in Spanish: What Is It & Different Moods\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, moods convey the speaker\u2019s attitude toward the state or action expressed by the verb. In simple words, verb moods share how the speaker perceives the information. Spanish moods are indicative (facts, reality), imperative (commands), and subjunctive (feelings, wishes, doubts). \n\n\n\nCheck these sentences using the same verb (comer) in different moods: \n\n\n\nIndicative\n\n\n\nLaura come muchos dulces. Laura eats a lot of candies. \n\n\n\nImperative\n\n\n\nLaura, \u00a1come m\u00e1s dulces!Laura, eat more candies!\n\n\n\nSubjunctive\n\n\n\nEspero que Laura no coma m\u00e1s dulces. I hope Laura doesn\u2019t eat more candies. \n\n\n\nThe sentences above refer to the same action \u2013 Laura eating candies. However, the attitude and how we convey this information varies depending on the Spanish mood used. \n\n\n\nIn the first sentence, I objectively describe what Laura does. However, in the second example, I command her to do something. Finally, sentence #3 conveys subjectivity (what I hope Laura will do). \n\n\n\nUnlike the Spanish imperative mood, the indicative and subjunctive moods can be conjugated in different tenses. In the following sections, you\u2019ll learn more about the specifics of each verb mood in Spanish. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndicative mood in Spanish\n\n\n\nThe Spanish indicative mood refers to actions or states the speaker perceives as factual or real. The indicative mood has five main tenses to express when this information takes place: \n\n\n\nPresent indicative: Refers to habitual actions, current events, or actions taking place at the moment of speaking. Preterite: This Spanish past tense is used to talk about actions or states that took place at a specific moment in the past. Imperfect: Use the past imperfect tense to describe habitual past actions or express how something used to be in the past. Future simple: Indicates that an action or event will take place at some future time. Conditional simple: Refers to actions that depend on a condition for them to take place. \n\n\n\nHere are some sentences using the indicative mood in Spanish:\n\n\n\nRobert y Bill trabajan todo el d\u00eda. Robert and Bill work all day. \n\n\n\nCreo que Joan fue al dentista. I think Joan went to the dentist. \n\n\n\nEn unos d\u00edas, iremos al cine. We will go to the movies in a few days. \n\n\n\nMi perro era blanco y se llamaba Firulais. My dog was white, and his name was Firulais. \n\n\n\nIr\u00edamos contigo, pero tenemos mucho trabajo. We would go with you, but we have a lot of work. \n\n\n\nTake Note: These tenses have progressive and compound forms to help you pinpoint an action more precisely. \n\n\n\nSubjunctive mood in Spanish \n\n\n\nThe subjunctive mood relates to the speaker's subjectivity. This verb mood in Spanish expresses the speaker\u2019s hopes, suggestions, feelings, and doubts about an action. The subjunctive can be conjugated in four main tenses:\u00a0\n\n\n\nPresent subjunctive: Express someone\u2019s current emotions, wishes, and uncertainty about a present situation.\u00a0Present perfect subjunctive: Refers to current doubts, hopes, or feelings regarding an action that has already happened and is still connected to the present.\u00a0Past subjunctive: It\u2019s used to talk about someone\u2019s past wishes, requests, hopes, or doubts someone had.\u00a0Past perfect subjunctive: Communicates past regrets or wishes that were never accomplished, and conjectures about what could have happened.\u00a0\n\n\n\nHere are some sentences with the subjunctive mood: \n\n\n\nEspero que tengas un buen d\u00eda. I hope you have a good day. \n\n\n\nDudo que ustedes hayan le\u00eddo el art\u00edculoI doubt that you guys have read the article. \n\n\n\nTe ped\u00ed que llevaras a tu hermana a la tienda. I asked that you take your sister to the store. \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 hubi\u00e9ramos ido al concierto. I wish we had gone to the concert. \n\n\n\nNotice that the subjunctive relates to imaginary or hypothetical actions \u2013 things that have not happened or never did. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Sentences with the subjunctive mood often involve two subjects. The first subject represents the person with the feelings, suggestions, hope, or uncertainty. The second subject is the person to whom that subjectivity is directed.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpanish imperative mood\n\n\n\nThe imperative mood is used to give commands in Spanish. Simply put, with this mood, the speaker perceives and conveys the action as an order or straightforward request. The Spanish imperative can be composed as a negative or affirmative command. \n\n\n\nHere are some examples: \n\n\n\nNi\u00f1os, limpien sus zapatos. Ni\u00f1os, clean your shoes. \n\n\n\nMartha, no cierres la puerta. Martha, don\u2019t close the door. \n\n\n\nPor favor, haga lo que le dije. Please, do as I told you. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The imperative is not considered a tense but a mood. In other words, unlike the indicative and subjunctive, this Spanish mood doesn\u2019t place an action at different moments in time. \n\n\n\nTenses vs Verb Moods in Spanish\n\n\n\nAlthough they relate to Spanish verbs, tenses and moods are not the same.\n\n\n\nVerb tenses in Spanish locate an action in time. In other words, they refer to the time when an action takes place. Present, past, and future are examples of tenses. \n\n\n\nOn the other hand, verb moods in Spanish convey whether the action is perceived as factual (indicative), as an order (imperative), or as a wish, doubt, or request (subjunctive). To better describe someone\u2019s perception, some moods have different tenses.\n\n\n\nCheck this sentence:\n\n\n\nMi vecino tiene dos gatos. My neighbor has two cats. \n\n\n\nThis sentence uses the present indicative. Together, the tense (present) and the mood (indicative) convey that this information is real in the present. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nVerb mood in Spanish is crucial for conveying clear and effective messages. Here are some key points to remember: \n\n\n\nVerb moods express how people perceive information. Depending on this perception, there are three moods.The indicative mood in Spanish refers to actions or states perceived as real or true. It\u2019s objective. Use the Spanish imperative mood to command people to do or not do something. The subjunctive mood in Spanish conveys a subjective perception. It refers to someone\u2019s wishes, doubts, suggestions, or emotions toward an action. Sentences with subjunctive often involve two subjects. The indicative and subjunctive moods have different tenses to better place an action in time.\n\n\n\nSpanish Moods Additional Resources\n\n\n\nNow that you better understand verb mood in Spanish, here are the next resources to check out.\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/MuaqqLG4M2w\n\n\n\n\nBecause it allows you to talk about what you do, your memories, and your plans, the indicative is the most common and basic mood in Spanish. So, make sure you know when and how to use it. Also, check the different applications and conjugation rules of the Spanish imperative. \n\n\n\nFor many learners, the subjunctive mood can be challenging. However, this mood is necessary and common in daily Spanish. Therefore, you must get familiar with its uses, applications, rules, and conjugations.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTo practice these conjugations, you can check our verb conjugation hub, where you\u2019ll find conjugation guides and quizzes for the most important verbs in Spanish. \n\n\n\nWhile you need to know all three moods to become fluent in Spanish, modern Spanish doesn\u2019t use all the existing tenses. You only need to know 14 tenses in total. You can check out the 14 must-know Spanish tenses to see which tenses you need to learn next.\n\n\n\nDownload the Verb Mood in Spanish PDF\n\n\n\nWhile tenses are more commonly discussed when learning to conjugate verbs, verb mood in Spanish is important to understand. It can also take time to familiarize yourself with this grammar topic. Download a free PDF containing all the graphics and key points from this guide on how to use the Spanish indicative, subjunctive and imperative moods.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Verb Mood in Spanish: Indicative, Subjunctive & Imperative\u00a0","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-06-13","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 26, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Spanish-Guide-to-Verb-Moods-Indicative-Imperative-Subjunctive-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/reported-speech-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Reported-Speech-in-Spanish-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Reported Speech Spanish Guide: Examples + Verb Changes </span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/reported-speech-spanish/">Reported Speech Spanish Guide: Examples + Verb Changes </a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Reported speech is an overlooked yet crucial feature in everyday conversations. In short, it allows you to convey what someone else said adequately. Since mastering this topic can boost your fluency,...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/reported-speech-spanish/" aria-label="Continue Reading: Reported Speech Spanish Guide: Examples + Verb Changes ">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"Reported Speech Spanish Guide: Examples + Verb Changes ","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/reported-speech-spanish\/","articleBody":"Reported speech is an overlooked yet crucial feature in everyday conversations. In short, it allows you to convey what someone else said adequately. Since mastering this topic can boost your fluency, in this reported speech Spanish guide, you\u2019ll learn: \n\n\n\nWhat Is Reported Speech & When to Use ItHow to form reported speechVerb Changes in Indirect SpeechNext Steps & ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nIn addition to this, I\u2019ve also included different examples of how to apply this concept in real-life situations. Let\u2019s do this! \n\n\n\nWhat Is the Reported Speech in Spanish?\n\n\n\nReported speech in Spanish, also known as indirect speech, conveys what someone else said without quoting their exact words. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSimply put, Spanish indirect speech allows you to rephrase and report what someone said. On the contrary, direct speech involves quoting the exact words a person used. For instance: \n\n\n\n\nDirect speech sentenceIndirect speech sentenceAlba dijo: \u201cLava y dobla la ropa\u201dAlba said, \u201cWash and fold the clothes\u201d Alba dijo que lavaras y doblaras la ropa.Alba said to wash and fold the clothes. \n\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, decir is the most common verb to form the reported speech. However, you can also use the following verbs: \n\n\n\nAclarar: Clarify \/ ExplainAfirmar: Affirm \/ ClairAnunciar: AnnounceContar: TellExplicar: ExplainPedir: Ask Preguntar: AskPrometer: PromiseRecordar: Remember Recomendar: Recommend Sugerir: Suggest\n\n\n\nSpanish indirect speech allows you to share information and someone\u2019s thoughts or opinions with different people. As a result, it\u2019s commonly used in news and writing environments, but also in daily conversations. \n\n\n\nHow to form indirect speech \n\n\n\nTo report what someone said, we use one of the previous verbs followed by que: \n\n\n\n[Verb] + que + [statement]\n\n\n\n\nDirect speech Indirect speech Dile a Marco que abra las ventanas. Tell Marco to open the windows.Mi mam\u00e1 dijo que abrieras las ventanas.Mom said that you should open the windows.Chicos, no podr\u00e9 ir.Guys, I will not be able to go.Rub\u00e9n nos dijo que no podr\u00eda ir.Ruben told us that he couldn\u2019t come.Le sugiero que haga m\u00e1s ejercicio.I suggest you exercise more. El doctor le sugiri\u00f3 que hiciera m\u00e1s ejercicio.The doctor suggested that she exercise more. \n\n\n\n\nWhen using reported speech in Spanish you\u2019re repeating what another person said, we must do some modifications to preserve the meaning of the original sentence. These changes include: \n\n\n\nAdjust the pronouns and adjectivesChange the verb tense (if applicable)\n\n\n\nTake this graphic as an example: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpanish Reported Speech: Verb Backshifting \n\n\n\nWhen it comes to reported speech, verb conjugations are one of the major adjustments you must make. In simple words, we must change the tense of the original verb to maintain a logical sequence. In Spanish grammar, this is known as backshifting. \n\n\n\nTo help you understand and apply backshifting in reported speech, I\u2019ve prepared this table that compares the original tenses with their backshifted equivalents: \n\n\n\n\nOriginal TenseBackshifted Direct S. ExampleReported S. ExamplePresent indicativeImperfect tense\u201cNo puedo ir\u201dDijo que pod\u00eda venir.PreteritePast perfect\u201cYa compr\u00f3 todo\u201dDijo que ya hab\u00edas comprado todo.Present perfectPast perfect\u201cNo he comido nada\u201dDijo que no hab\u00eda comido nada. Future simpleConditional \u201cLlegar\u00e9 a las 2\u201dDijo que llegar\u00eda a las 2. ImperativePresent subjunctive\u201cCierra la puerta\u201dDijo que cierres la puerta. Present subjunctiveImperfect subjunctive\u201cQuiero que venga\u201dDijo que quer\u00eda que vinieras. \n\n\n\n\nWe only change the tense of a verb when the original action already took place. Let me break this down for you. \n\n\n\nLet\u2019s say you\u2019re traveling and you call me today to tell me when you arrive. You\u2019ll say: \n\n\n\nLlegar\u00e9 a las dos. I will arrive at two. \n\n\n\nBut the time comes, and you\u2019re not here. Everybody is asking me what time you\u2019re supposed to arrive and I repeat what you said: \n\n\n\nMe dijo que llegar\u00eda a las 2. He said he would arrive at 2. \n\n\n\nIn this case, I backshifted the verb because the original action (arrival time) had already passed. The same happens with other tenses. \n\n\n\nHowever, the tense of the original statement doesn\u2019t change when talking about facts or when the action is still relevant (it just happened). \n\n\n\nTake this sentence as an example: \n\n\n\n\nOriginal statementReported speech No puedo ir porque estoy ocupada.I can\u2019t go because I\u2019m busy.Dice que no puede ir porque est\u00e1 ocupada.She says she can\u2019t go because she\u2019s busy. \n\n\n\n\nThis example implies that I\u2019m immediately telling you what our friend said. \n\n\n\nReported Speech: Additional Spanish Resources\n\n\n\nTransforming from direct and indirect speech requires knowledge of diverse grammatical elements. For starters, you must have a good command of Spanish pronouns so you know which pronoun to use for your sentence. \n\n\n\nOn that same note, you should also get familiar with possessive adjectives in case you need to mention someone\u2019s belongings. And, of course, you must be comfortable conjugating verbs in different Spanish tenses. \n\n\n\nMake sure you know how to form the:\n\n\n\nPresent indicativePresent perfectPresent subjunctivePreterite tenseImperfectImperfect subjunctivePast perfectImperative\u00a0Future simpleConditional tense\n\n\n\nDownload the Spanish Reported Speech PDF\n\n\n\nDownload a free PDF made for this guide including the graphics for reported speech as well as the backshifting verbs table so you can learn how to convert direct into indirect speech.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"Reported Speech Spanish Guide: Examples + Verb Changes ","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-06-06","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"July 26, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Reported-Speech-in-Spanish-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/when-to-use-estar/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/How-and-When-to-Use-Estar-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to How & When to Use Estar: Usage Rules, Examples, & Practice</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/when-to-use-estar/">How & When to Use Estar: Usage Rules, Examples, & Practice</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>Most Spanish learners struggle to understand when to use estar instead of ser. The problem with these tricky words is that they both mean ‘to be’, and some of their uses seem to overlap. Since...</p><div class="button-container"><a rel="nofollow" class="button reverse" href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/when-to-use-estar/" aria-label="Continue Reading: How & When to Use Estar: Usage Rules, Examples, & Practice">Continue Reading</a></div> </div>  </div>           </article> <script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","name":"How & When to Use Estar: Usage Rules, Examples, & Practice","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/grammar\/when-to-use-estar\/","articleBody":"Most Spanish learners struggle to understand when to use estar instead of ser. The problem with these tricky words is that they both mean \u2018to be\u2019, and some of their uses seem to overlap. Since estar is one of the most important verbs in Spanish, in this guide, you\u2019ll learn how and when to use this verb correctly. \n\n\n\nHere is an overview of what we\u2019ll cover: \n\n\n\nHow to Use Estar in SpanishPosition & PostureLocationAction in ProgressConditions & StatesEmotionsBasic Idiomatic Expressions Ser vs EstarKey Points Next Steps & ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nI\u2019ve included real-life applications and examples to make this guide comprehensive. Let\u2019s do this!\n\n\n\nHow & When to Use Estar in Spanish?\n\n\n\nAs mentioned above, in Spanish, estar means \u2018to be\u2019. However, this verb is only used in highly specific situations. \n\n\n\nIn Spanish, we use estar to express:\u00a0\n\n\n\nPosition or posture LocationActions in progressConditions, symptoms, and states Emotions \n\n\n\nThe acronym P.L.A.C.E. is a common way to remember the core applications of estar.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHowever, be aware that other common applications aren\u2019t easy to infer from this acronym. So, I came up with my own personal trick which you can use. Estar answers the questions: \n\n\n\nWhere is someone? How is someone feeling? How is the weather today?What is someone doing?What is today\u2019s date and the current price of something?\n\n\n\nThese questions still relate to and cover PLACE uses. In the sections below, we\u2019ll check these applications more thoroughly. \n\n\n\nTake Note: The verb estar in Spanish has a short-term nature. In other words, it refers to temporary states (feelings, location, traits) that can change over time. \n\n\n\nPosition and posture \n\n\n\nEstar in Spanish allows you to describe someone or something\u2019s position in relation to their surroundings. This use is formed with prepositions of location or the preposition a if you\u2019re using numbers. \n\n\n\n[Estar conjugated] + [preposition] + [complement]\n\n\n\nTu tarjeta est\u00e1 en la mesa. Your card is on the table. \n\n\n\nHoy estamos a 10 de junio. Today is June 10. \n\n\n\nYa casi llegamos. Estamos a dos cuadras. We\u2019re almost there. We are two blocks away. \n\n\n\nNotice that we can refer to a physical or abstract position, such as the date. In Spanish, estar a + date is an informal way to say today\u2019s date. \n\n\n\nIn this context, estar also expresses something or someone\u2019s posture: \n\n\n\nLos ni\u00f1os est\u00e1n sentados. The kids are sitting. \n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 est\u00e1s de rodillas? Why are you on your knees?\n\n\n\nTake Note: Notice that expressions using body parts in Spanish work with prepositions. For example, a gatas (on your knees) or cruzado de brazos (crossed arms). \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nOne of the most common applications of estar is to express where something or someone is located. Here are some examples: \n\n\n\n\u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1 la librer\u00eda?Where is the library?\n\n\n\nLos perros no est\u00e1n aqu\u00ed. The dogs are not here. \n\n\n\nEstoy en la oficina. \u00bfT\u00fa est\u00e1s en la casa?I am at the office. Are you home? \n\n\n\nUse the preposition en to introduce the place where someone is. You don\u2019t need this preposition to ask where a person or place is located. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Location and position are often confused because of their similarities. Position describes where something is in relation to its surroundings, whereas location expresses the place where a person or thing is.  \n\n\n\nActions in progress\n\n\n\nEstar + gerundio is a basic structure in Spanish that indicates that an action is happening at the moment of speaking. For instance: \n\n\n\n[Estar conjugated] + [present participle]\n\n\n\n\u00bfQu\u00e9 est\u00e1n haciendo?What are you guys doing?\n\n\n\nEstamos viendo la televisi\u00f3n.We are watching TV. \n\n\n\nHoy est\u00e1 haciendo mucho calor. Today is very hot. \n\n\n\nMike est\u00e1 hablando con Luis. Mike is talking to Luis. \n\n\n\nTake Note: With this application, estar is an auxiliary verb in Spanish and complements a main verb. In grammar, combining this verb with a gerund is known as the progressive tenses. \n\n\n\nConditions and states\n\n\n\nThe terms \u2018conditions and states\u2019 involve a temporary nature. Simply put, these are not inherent qualities and will eventually or could change. Some real-life contexts where we use estar to talk about conditions and states include: \n\n\n\nPhysical statesTemporary traits Marital status Current price of somethingOccupation\n\n\n\nFirst, check these sentences with adjectives: \n\n\n\n[Estar conjugated] + [adjective]\n\n\n\nEstoy muy cansada.I am very tired. \n\n\n\nSam est\u00e1 enfermo. Sam is sick. \n\n\n\nAllison y Ben no est\u00e1n casados. Allison and Ben are not married. \n\n\n\n\u00bfTe sientes bien? Est\u00e1s p\u00e1lida. Are you feeling okay? You are pale. \n\n\n\nBecause it looks like we\u2019re describing people, this use is often confused with ser. However, there is a big nuance in meaning: these are states rather than permanent traits. Take sentence #4 as an example. \n\n\n\nEst\u00e1s cansada is my current condition. However, I\u2019m going to stop feeling this way as soon as I rest. \n\n\n\nConditions and states can also include the current occupation or the price of something: \n\n\n\nMarianne est\u00e1 de mesera. Marianne is a waitress. \n\n\n\nLa manzana est\u00e1 a veinte pesos el kilo. The apple is twenty pesos per kilo. \n\n\n\nLike the previous examples, these sentences also imply a temporary nature. This is not necessarily Marianne\u2019s profession forever and prices could go through the roof tomorrow.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmotions\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, we use estar to talk about feelings because emotions are not perpetual. How we feel now may not be how we feel in the future. \n\n\n\nWhen it comes to feelings, estar often works with the following adjectives: \n\n\n\nAburrido: BoredAsustado: ScaredConfundido: ConfusedContento: HappyDecepcionado: Disappointed Enojado: MadFeliz: HappyNervioso: Nervous Relajado: RelaxedPreocupado: WorriedSucio: DirtyTranquilo: CalmTriste: Sad\n\n\n\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 est\u00e1s enojado?Why are you mad?\n\n\n\nEstamos muy felices. We are very happy. \n\n\n\nMis pap\u00e1s est\u00e1n nerviosos. My parents are nervous. \n\n\n\nLorena est\u00e1 tranquila porque hizo lo que pudo. Lorena is calm because she did what she could.\n\n\n\nTake Note: Adjectives ending in -ado or -ido are called past participles in Spanish. They\u2019re often used with estar to describe how someone is feeling. Notice that Spanish adjectives must mark the gender and plural form. \n\n\n\nIdiomatic Expressions with Estar\n\n\n\nLike other verbs in Spanish, estar is also used in idiomatic expressions. Here are some common expressions that can help you sound more natural:\u00a0\n\n\n\nEstar al tanto: To be awareEstar bueno: To be hot \/ To be sexyEstar como una cabra: To be crazyEstar como una cuba: To be very drunkEstar como pez en el agua: To be in one\u2019s elementEstar de malas: To be in a bad moodEstar de vicio: To die for \/ GreatEstar en ascuas: To be on edgeEstar en la luna: To have your head in the cloudsEstar en las manos de alguien: To be in one\u2019s handEstar en las \u00faltimas: To be in bad shapeEstar por hacer: To be about to doEstar por verse: To remain to be seenSaber estar: Know how to behave \n\n\n\nDifference Between Estar and Ser in Spanish\n\n\n\nIn a nutshell, ser expresses what someone is, whereas estar communicates how or where someone is. Ser refers to permanent or inherent traits, such as profession, nationality, physical appearance, personality, and family relationships. On the contrary, estar communicates temporary characteristics. \n\n\n\nCheck these examples: \n\n\n\nSer EstarMis vecinos son muy p\u00e1lidos. My neighbors are very pale. Los ni\u00f1os est\u00e1n muy p\u00e1lidos. The kids are very pale. T\u00fa eres maestra de ingl\u00e9s. You are an English teacher. T\u00fa est\u00e1s de ni\u00f1era. You are a babysitter. La pel\u00edcula es aburrida. The movie is boring.Tu hermana est\u00e1 aburrida. Your sister is bored. \n\n\n\nIn most cases, sentences with estar and ser have the same translation. However, in Spanish, the verb estar refers to short-term conditions that will cease to exist or continue, whereas ser defines what someone or something is.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTake the first pair of sentences. Ser p\u00e1lido refers to an inherent physical trait that is part of your natural complexion. On the other hand, estar p\u00e1lido implies that your current paleness isn\u2019t your natural color, and there's a reason why you look that way. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLike in English, the verb to be in Spanish is crucial. So, make sure you understand the difference between ser and estar.\u00a0\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nBecause it allows you to describe temporary states and build more advanced tenses, the verb estar is crucial for Spanish conversations. Here are some key points to keep in mind:\n\n\n\nEstar in Spanish means \u2018to be\u2019. This verb refers to temporary conditions and traits (things that are going to change). Estar is used to talk about: Position and posture LocationActions in progressConditions and statesEmotionsAdjectives that work with estar refer to a variable current or short-term characteristic. When talking about someone\u2019s job, estar refers to a current occupation. Unlike estar, ser refers to inherent and permanent qualities. \n\n\n\nI encourage you to take our ser vs estar practice quiz to reinforce what you just learned. \n\n\n\nNext Steps & Resources to Master Estar in Spanish\n\n\n\nNow that you know when to use estar in Spanish, here are your next steps. \n\n\n\nFirst, get familiar with estar conjugation patterns since this verb has some irregularities. Once you\u2019re comfortable with its conjugations, you can take this conjugation practice quiz. \n\n\n\nAs you already know, this verb is key to forming other Spanish tenses. Although they all are important, you can start by checking how to use the present progressive. \n\n\n\nDepending on the application, estar works with different elements. So, make sure you know:\n\n\n\nHow to Form Spanish Past ParticiplesHow to Form Present Participles in SpanishBasic Spanish Adjectives\n\n\n\nDownload PDF\n\n\n\nAs one of the equivalents of 'to be', the verb estar in Spanish is crucial for communication. Because of this, I've compiled this downloadable PDF so that you can always check when and how to use this verb. \n\n\n\nDownload PDF","headline":"How & When to Use Estar: Usage Rules, Examples, & Practice","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Daniela Sanchez","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/about-me\/"},"datePublished":"2023-06-05","mainEntityOfPage":"False","dateModified":"August 11, 2023","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/How-and-When-to-Use-Estar-Featured-300x169.jpg","height":169,"width":300},"publisher":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Organization","name":"Tell Me In Spanish","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tellmeinspanish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/tmis_logo_xs-300x188.png","height":600,"width":60}}} </script> <article class="article-card horizontal "> <a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/present-subjunctive-spanish/" rel="nofollow"><div data-bg="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Present-Subjunctive-Spanish-101-Guide-Featured-300x169.jpg" class="image-container rocket-lazyload" style=""></div><span class="sr-only">link to Present Subjunctive Spanish 101: Uses, Endings & Examples</span></a> <div class="copy-container"> <header> <p><a href="https://www.tellmeinspanish.com/grammar/present-subjunctive-spanish/">Present Subjunctive Spanish 101: Uses, Endings & Examples</a></p> </header> <div class="excerpt"> <p>The present subjunctive Spanish tense is used in ordinary life situations, such as wishing someone a good day or a happy birthday. 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So, in this guide, we\u2019ll cover the key information you need to master this tense.\u00a0\n\n\n\nHere is what you\u2019ll find:\n\n\n\nPresent Subjunctive ConjugationsStem changes in the subjunctive tenseIrregular verbsHow & When to Use the Present SubjunctiveKey PointsAdditional Resources for the Present SubjunctiveDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nSpanish Present Subjunctive Conjugations\n\n\n\nThe present subjunctive conjugations are based on the present indicative forms of yo. In other words, the Spanish present subjunctive uses the regular, the most stem-changing, and the irregular verbs derived from the indicative form of \u2018yo\u2019.\u00a0\n\n\n\nFollow these steps to conjugate the present subjunctive in Spanish:\n\n\n\nTake the present indicative conjugations of \u2018yo\u2019. Drop the indicative ending \u2018o\u2019.Add the corresponding subjunctive endings.\n\n\n\nBelow is a conjugation chart with the Spanish present subjunctive endings bolded. Notice that -er and -ir verbs use the same subjunctive endings. This table uses escuchar, poner and construir as examples: \n\n\n\n\nPersonEscucharPonerConstruirYoEscuchePongaConstruyaT\u00faEscuchesPongasConstruyas\u00c9l \/ Ella UstedEscuchePongaConstruyaNosotrosEscuchemosPongamosConstruyamosVosotrosEscuch\u00e9isPong\u00e1isConstruy\u00e1isEllos \/ EllasUstedesEscuchenPonganConstruyan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlthough many subjunctive conjugations are heavily based on the yo present indicative forms, the present subjunctive in Spanish has its own irregular forms and some stem-changing verbs that affect all subject pronouns. We\u2019ll go deeper into these exceptions in the sections below. \n\n\n\nStem-changing verbs\n\n\n\nIn the indicative tenses, Spanish-stem changing verbs do not affect the pronouns \u2018nosotros\u2019 and \u2018vosotros\u2019. However, in the present subjunctive tense, -ir verbs with E to I and O to UE stem changes will affect all pronouns (including vosotros and nosotros). \n\n\n\nHere is a list of the verbs and their stem changes:\n\n\n\nE to I\n\n\n\nDespedirMedirPedirRepetirSeguirServirVestir\n\n\n\n-IR verbs with E to I spelling changes affect all subject pronouns: \n\n\n\nMi mam\u00e1 quiere que nos vistamos bien. My mom wants us to dress well. \n\n\n\nMart\u00edn espera que repit\u00e1is la lecci\u00f3n. Martin hopes you guys repeat the lesson. \n\n\n\nE to IE\n\n\n\nConvertirDivertirMentirPreferir\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, -IR verbs with an E to IE change have this spelling change for all subject pronouns except nosotros and vosotros. However, with these verbs, \u2018nosotros\u2019 and \u2018vosotros\u2019 will have an E to I change for pronunciation purposes.\u00a0\n\n\n\nCheck these examples: \n\n\n\nEspero que te diviertas. I hope you have fun. \n\n\n\nLuis quiere que nos divirtamos. Luis wants us to have fun. \n\n\n\nO to UE\n\n\n\nO to UE stem-changing verbs use this change for all pronouns except \u2018nosotros\u2019 and \u2018vosotros\u2019. These pronouns will have an O tu U stem change for these verbs. \n\n\n\nDormirMorir\n\n\n\nHere are some examples: \n\n\n\nTe sugiero que te duermas temprano. I suggest you sleep early. \n\n\n\nEl doctor nos sugiere que nos durmamos temprano.The doctor suggests we sleep early. \n\n\n\nOn top of these vocalic changes, verbs ending in -car, -gar, and -zar (such as buscar, pagar, and almorzar) have consonant changes in the present subjunctive. These changes are based on the spelling modifications in the \u2018yo\u2019 form of the preterite tense. \n\n\n\nTake pagar as an example. In the preterite form, the conjugation for yo is \u2018pagu\u00e9\u2019. Once we remove the preterite termination, the present subjunctive forms of pagar are:  \n\n\n\n\nPersonPagarYoPagueT\u00faPagues\u00c9l \/ Ella UstedPagueNosotrosPaguemosVosotrosPagu\u00e9isEllos \/ EllasUstedesPaguen\n\n\n\n\nIrregular verbs in the present subjunctive\n\n\n\nThe Spanish present subjunctive has six irregular verbs:\n\n\n\nDar\n\n\n\nYo d\u00e9T\u00fa des \u00c9l \/ ella \/ \u00e9l d\u00e9 Nosotros demosVosotros deisEllos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes den\n\n\n\nEstar\n\n\n\nYo est\u00e9T\u00fa est\u00e9s \u00c9l \/ ella \/ \u00e9l est\u00e9 Nosotros estemosVosotros est\u00e9isEllos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes est\u00e9n\n\n\n\nHaber\n\n\n\nYo hayaT\u00fa hayas \u00c9l \/ ella \/ \u00e9l haya Nosotros hayamosVosotros hay\u00e1isEllos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes hayan\n\n\n\nIr \n\n\n\nYo vayaT\u00fa vayas \u00c9l \/ ella \/ \u00e9l vaya Nosotros vayamosVosotros vay\u00e1isEllos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes vayan\n\n\n\nSaber \n\n\n\nYo sepaT\u00fa sepas \u00c9l \/ ella \/ \u00e9l sepa Nosotros sepamosVosotros sep\u00e1isEllos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes sepan\n\n\n\nSer \n\n\n\nYo seaT\u00fa seas \u00c9l \/ ella \/ \u00e9l sea Nosotros seamosVosotros se\u00e1is Ellos \/ Ellas \/ Ustedes sean\n\n\n\nNotice that endings for irregular verbs are very similar to the regular present subjunctive endings, with the difference that some irregular verbs use accent marks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNow that you know the conjugation rules for this tense, let\u2019s check how and when to use it. \n\n\n\nWhen to Use the Present Subjunctive in Spanish?\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, the present subjunctive is used to:\n\n\n\nRequest, advise, or suggest something to someone. Express doubt or skepticism regarding the reality or result of an action. Convey emotions about an action. Communicate wishes and hopes. \n\n\n\nBased on these uses, the present subjunctive in Spanish is triggered by verbs and phrases that express hopes, feelings, and uncertainty. For instance: \n\n\n\nAconsejar que: To advise Alegrar que: To be gladCreer que: To believeCuando: WhenDesear que: To wishDudar que: To doubtEs necesario que: It\u2019s necessary thatEs posible que: It\u2019s possible thatEs probable que: It\u2019s probable that \/ It\u2019s likely Esperar que: To hopeExigir que: To demand Gustar que: To like Molestar que: To botherNecesitar que: To needNo creer que: Don\u2019t believe No estar seguro de que: Don\u2019t be sure Ojal\u00e1: Hopefully \/ I wish Pedir que: To askPreferir que: To preferProbablemente: ProbablyQuerer que: To wantQuiz\u00e1s: MaybeRecomendar que: To recommend Sugerir que: To suggestTal vez: Maybe\n\n\n\nExamples of the present subjunctive\n\n\n\nHere are some sentences using the present subjunctive: \n\n\n\nAdvices, requests, and suggestions: \n\n\n\nLes sugiero que hablen con el gerente. I suggest you guys talk to the manager.\n\n\n\nLa maestra nos pide que guardemos silencio. The teacher asks us to be quiet. \n\n\n\nDoubts and uncertainty: \n\n\n\nEs muy probable que hoy haga calor.It will likely be hot today. \n\n\n\n\u00bfNo crees que pueda cargar la caja?Don\u2019t you think that I can move the box?\n\n\n\nConvey emotions: \n\n\n\nNos alegra que est\u00e9s bien. We\u2019re glad that you are okay. \n\n\n\nMe molesta que no escuches lo que digo. It bothers me that you don\u2019t listen to what I say. \n\n\n\nExpress wishes and hopes: \n\n\n\nEsperamos que pases un feliz cumplea\u00f1os. We hope you have a happy birthday. \n\n\n\nCuando vayan a la tienda, traigan m\u00e1s leche. When you go to the store, bring more milk. \n\n\n\nUnlike the present indicative, notice that none of these examples refer to factual information. The present subjunctive (as shown in the example above) relates to imaginary events.\u00a0\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s check these sentences together: \n\n\n\nOjal\u00e1 llueva hoy. Hopefully, it will rain today. \n\n\n\nEspero que tengas un buen d\u00eda. I hope you have a good day. \n\n\n\nAlthough the way I feel is real (underlined), the actual actions (bolded) are imaginary and hypothetical. At the moment of my wish, we don\u2019t know if you\u2019re going to have a good day or if it\u2019s going to rain. Whatever my wishes are, they\u2019re not factual because they haven\u2019t happened.  \n\n\n\nThis is what the present subjunctive in Spanish allows you to do. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Sentences with the subjunctive mood often involve two subjects. The first is the person expressing feelings, doubts, or wishes (main clause). And the second is the person or thing to whom these emotions are directed (dependent clause).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nThe present subjunctive Spanish tense is crucial for communicating your thoughts more precisely. Here are some key points you should keep in mind: \n\n\n\nThe present indicative forms of yo heavily influence the conjugation of the Spanish present subjunctive. IR verbs with stem changes affect all subject pronouns. Be aware that nosotros and vosotros may follow different spelling changes than the rest of the subject pronouns. The Spanish present subjunctive has six irregular verbs: ir, ser, estar, dar, haber, and saber. The present subjunctive in Spanish expresses doubts and emotions about what a person does. It also conveys wishes and suggestions we have for someone. Some real-life scenarios where you can apply this tense are:  Wish someone a good day or happy birthday.Wish for better weather.Advise people to do something.Tell someone what we hope or want them to do.\n\n\n\nSpanish Present Subjunctive Quiz\n\n\n\nThe present subjunctive can be challenging to understand. However, it\u2019s necessary if you want to improve your Spanish. So, you should start practicing and incorporating this tense as soon as possible. If you\u2019re ready to test your knowledge, you can take this Spanish present subjunctive quiz. \n\n\n\nPresent Subjunctive Spanish Additional Resources\n\n\n\nThe present subjunctive is heavily influenced by the conjugations of the present indicative tense. In addition to helping you with your conjugations, having a good understanding of the indicative mood can be a great asset to grasping the present subjunctive.\u00a0\n\n\n\nTo practice different subjunctive conjugations, you should check our verb conjugation center. This resource not only contains the most common verbs in Spanish, but you\u2019ll also find conjugation quizzes.\u00a0\n\n\n\nThe present form is one of the four subjunctive tenses. As your command of the language progresses, you should aim to understand all the subjunctive mood tenses in Spanish.\u00a0\n\n\n\nDownload the Present Subjunctive Spanish PDF\n\n\n\nThe present subjunctive tense is the most common of the subjunctive tenses used in Spanish. 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Therefore, in this present tense Spanish guide, you\u2019ll learn: \n\n\n\nHow to Form the Present TenseStem-changing verbsIrregular verbsWhen & How to Use the Present IndicativeKey PointsNext Steps & ResourcesDownloadable PDF\n\n\n\nPresent Tense Spanish Conjugation\n\n\n\nThe steps to conjugate a regular verb in the Spanish present tense are:\n\n\n\nIdentify the verb\u2019s infinitive form (ar, er, or ir).Drop the infinitive ending.Add the conjugation ending to the root.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe infinitive form of a verb defines the endings you must use when conjugating. For instance, the present endings in Spanish are: \n\n\n\n\nPersonAR Verbs-ER Verbs-IR VerbsYoHabloBeboVivoT\u00faHablasBebesVives\u00c9l \/ EllaUstedHablaBebeViveNosotrosHablamosBebemosVivimosVosotrosHabl\u00e1isBeb\u00e9isViv\u00edsEllos \/ EllasUstedesHablan BebenViven\n\n\n\n\nHere are some conjugation tips for regular verbs in the present tense: \n\n\n\nThe ending for yo is the same for all three conjugations. The conjugation for informal you (t\u00fa) ends in \u2018s\u2019. Except for \u2018nosotros\u2019 and \u2018vosotros\u2019, -ER and -IR verbs have the same endings. To remember the forms for \u2018nosotros\u2019, recite the vowel sounds \u2018a\u2019, \u2018e\u2019, \u2018i\u2019: -amos for ar verbs, -emos for er verbs, and -imos for ir verbs. \n\n\n\nTake Note: As you can see in the conjugation chart above, in Spanish, each person has its own conjugation ending. Because these suffixes state who we\u2019re talking about, Spanish subject pronouns are often omitted in a sentence. \n\n\n\nNow that you know the rules for regular verbs in Spanish, let\u2019s learn what to do with stem-changing and irregular verbs. \n\n\n\nStem-changing verbs\n\n\n\nMany verbs in present form have minor spelling changes to maintain or ease the pronunciation or follow orthographic rules. These are known as Spanish stem-changing verbs. \n\n\n\nTake the verb dormir as an example: \n\n\n\n\nPersonConjugationYoDuermoT\u00faDuermes\u00c9l \/ Ella \/ UstedDuermeNosotrosDormimosVosotrosDorm\u00edsUstedes \/ Ellos \/ EllasDuermen\n\n\n\n\nDormir (to sleep) has an O to UE stem. In other words, the letter o in the root (dorm) becomes ue (duerm) for all subject pronouns except \u2018nosotros\u2019 and \u2018vosotros\u2019. \n\n\n\nLeaving these changes aside, you\u2019ll use the endings for regular verbs. \n\n\n\nHere are some examples of verbs with stem-changes in the present tense: \n\n\n\nO to UE\n\n\n\nContar: To count \/ To tellDormir: To sleepPoder: Can \/ To be able toProbar: To taste \/ To tryVolver: To come back\n\n\n\nE to IE\n\n\n\nCerrar: To closeDespertar: To wake upPensar: To thinkQuerer: To wantTener*: To have\n\n\n\nE to I\n\n\n\nDecir*: To sayPedir: To askVestir: To get dressed\n\n\n\nCER to ZC (only for \u2018yo\u2019)\n\n\n\nConocer: To meet Merecer: To deserveParecer: To seem\n\n\n\n*Note: As you\u2019re about to see, tener and decir are irregular for the first-person singular (yo). \n\n\n\nTo learn more about this topic, check my guide on stem changing verbs. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Spanish teachers call stem-changing verbs \u2018boot verbs\u2019 because the spelling changes don\u2019t affect all the persons in the conjugation table. You can draw the shape of a boot around the subject pronouns that do have stem changes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIrregular verbs in the present tense\n\n\n\nIn Spanish, irregular present tense verbs have significant changes in their root and, sometimes, their endings.\n\n\n\nThese are the irregular verbs in the present tense: \n\n\n\nCaer: To fallDar: To giveDecir: To sayEstar: To beHacer: To doIr: To goO\u00edr: To hearPoner: To put Saber: To knowSalir: To leaveSer: To beTener: To haveTraer: To bringVenir: To comeVer: To see\n\n\n\nAlthough their conjugations look random, these irregular verbs have some distinctive patterns that can make them easier to learn. \n\n\n\nLet me show you what I mean. \n\n\n\nVerbs with \u2018go\u2019 ending for \u2018yo\u2019\n\n\n\nCaer: Caigo, caes, cae, caemos, ca\u00e9is, caen. Decir: Digo, dices, dice, decimos, dec\u00eds, dicen.Hacer: Hago, haces, hace, hacemos, hac\u00e9is, hacen. O\u00edr: Oigo, oyes, oye, o\u00edmos, o\u00eds, oyen. Poner: Pongo, pones, pone, ponemos, pon\u00e9is, ponen.Salir: Salgo, sales, sale, salimos, sal\u00eds, salen. Tener: Tengo, tienes, tiene, tenemos, ten\u00e9is, tienen.Venir: Vengo, vienes, viene, venimos, vienen, vienen. \n\n\n\nAside from this, most of these verbs are regular in the other subject pronouns. Tener and decir are also stem-changing verbs. Finally, o\u00edr is a special case that requires you to replace the \u2018i\u2019 for a \u2018y\u2019 for the pronouns \u2018t\u00fa\u2019 and the third-person singular and plural. \n\n\n\nVerbs with \u2018oy\u2019 ending for \u2018yo\u2019\n\n\n\nDar: Doy, das, da, damos, dais, dan.Estar: Estoy, est\u00e1s, est\u00e1, estamos, est\u00e1is, est\u00e1n.Ir: Voy, vas, va, vamos, vais, van.Ser: Soy, eres, es, somos, sois, son. \n\n\n\nFrom this list, ir and ser are irregular for all subject pronouns. The verb estar in the present tense has accented endings. \n\n\n\nVerbs with unique patterns for \u2018yo\u2019:\n\n\n\nHaber: he, has, ha, hemos, hab\u00e9is, hanSaber: s\u00e9, sabes, sabe, sabemos, sab\u00e9is, saben. Ver: veo, ves, ve, vemos, veis, ven. \n\n\n\nTake Note: By grouping irregular verbs like this, you only have to worry about memorizing a couple of forms.\u00a0\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/TW07q5IETnk\n\n\n\n\nWhen & How to Use the Spanish Present Tense\n\n\n\nLike in English and other languages, the Spanish present tense is used to talk about activities that are happening in the present. This includes habitual actions and descriptions. \n\n\n\nCheck these present tense sentences: \n\n\n\nTodos los d\u00edas me levanto temprano. I wake up early every morning. \n\n\n\nHanna no sabe cocinar muy bien. Hanna doesn\u2019t know how to cook very well. \n\n\n\nMis hermanos son abogados. My parents are lawyers. \n\n\n\nIn addition to this basic application, the present indicative in Spanish is also used to:\n\n\n\nDescribe actions that will take place in the near future\n\n\n\nIn this context, it\u2019s common to use time markers to express when the action takes place: \n\n\n\nEn un rato preparo la cena. I am going to prepare dinner in a while. \n\n\n\nTenemos examen ma\u00f1ana. We have an exam tomorrow. \n\n\n\nThe proper way to talk about actions occurring soon is to use the near future tense. Ir + a + infinitive is the structure used to form this tense. \n\n\n\nExpress the duration of an action\n\n\n\nWhen combined with hace que, the present tense refers to an action that started in the past and continues in the present: \n\n\n\nHace + [amount of time] + que + [present tense]\n\n\n\nHace dos a\u00f1os que conozco a Luis. I\u2019ve known Luis for two years. \n\n\n\nHace mucho que no vemos una pel\u00edcula. We haven\u2019t seen a movie in a long time. \n\n\n\nTake Note: Unlike English, in Spanish, we don\u2019t use an auxiliary verb (like do) to form questions or negative statements. \n\n\n\nKey Points\n\n\n\nThe present Spanish tense is the foundation for learning more advanced tenses and communicating effectively. Here are some important points you should remember: \n\n\n\nDepending on their infinitive ending, the present tense has three sets of endings. To conjugate a verb, the infinitive ending must be replaced with the corresponding conjugation ending.  Regular verbs and stem-changing verbs use the same endings. Stem-changing or boot verbs have minor spelling changes, which don\u2019t affect \u2018nosotros\u2019 and \u2018vosotros\u2019. Spanish irregular verbs for the present tense undergo significant changes in their root or endings. The present tense of reflexive verbs follows the same conjugation rules as a non-reflexive verb. However, you must choose the reflexive pronoun that corresponds to the subject. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources to Master the Present Tense\n\n\n\nHere are some resources that can help you master the present indicative tense: \n\n\n\nHow to Conjugate Verbs in Spanish: If the terms root, infinitive, and endings are still confusing or new to you, in this guide, you\u2019ll discover how to conjugate verbs properly. Most Common Verbs in Spanish: As its name suggests, I've compiled a list of the essential verbs you should know in this resource. Additionally, I've included conjugation quizzes so you can practice the present tense conjugation. How to Conjugate Reflexive Verbs: Most new learners struggle with reflexive verbs. As a result, this guide specifically focuses on teaching how to conjugate these verbs. Guide to Present Progressive: The present progressive is a form of the present tense that communicates that an action is taking place at the moment of speaking. Check this guide to see how to form this tense and when to use it. Guide to Present Perfect: The present indicative is the first step to learn more advanced tenses. The present perfect is one of them. So, make sure you take the time to check this resource. Spanish Tenses: If you want to see the most important tenses in Spanish, click on the link to check them out. \n\n\n\nAs a beginner, you should also learn basic nouns and adjectives to make your sentences richer and more expressive. Once you're ready, you can test your knowledge by taking this quiz.\n\n\n\nDownload PDF\n\n\n\nThe present indicative tense is the foundation for learning more complex tenses. So, I've compiled a PDF with its uses and conjugations. 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