Chapter 3
- me duele – tengo dolor
- Imperative – regular verbs
- Imperative – irregular verbs (1)
- Imperative – irregular verbs (2)
- To give advice and recommendations
Imperative – regular verbs
Toma una aspirina.
Intenta acostarte temprano.
Bebe menos alcohol.
Escribe un mensaje.
| -ar | -er | -ir |
|---|---|---|
| habla (tú) | come (tú) | vive (tú) |
| hable (usted) | coma (usted) | viva (usted) |
| hablad (vosotros) | comed (vosotros) | vivid (vosotros) |
| hablen (ustedes) | coman (ustedes) | vivan (ustedes) |
The imperativo is used for direct commands, but also for instructions, requests, invitations, advice, suggestions, warnings or even threats.