Coffee Break Spanish How to give commands, instructions and suggestions - The imperative in Spanish | CBS Show 2.06
Jul 4, 2024
Learn how to give commands, instructions, and suggestions in Spanish like a native speaker. Explore the nuances of the imperative mood, forming commands with AR, ER, and IR verbs, and mastering the Spanish imperative form. Discover how to use imperative with pronouns effectively for clear communication in Spanish.
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Speaking Spanish
- To command "speak Spanish," use "habla español."
- Adding "por favor" softens the command.
Vosotros Commands
- The "vosotros" command form changes the infinitive's -r to -d.
- "Benid aquí" (come here) exemplifies this.
Imperatives with Pronouns
- Pronouns attach to the end of imperatives, sometimes requiring accents.
- "Cómpralla" (buy it) illustrates this, where the accent preserves correct stress.