ve a limpiar
/be a limpjaɾ/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'go clean' is translated into Spanish as ve a limpiar.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase ve a limpiar is constructed using the imperative form of 'ir' (to go) followed by the preposition 'a' and the infinitive 'limpiar' (to clean). Adding the reflexive pronoun 'te' to the verb 'ir' (making it 'vete') adds a sense of urgency or tells the person to 'get going' to clean.
How do you pronounce it?
/be a limpjaɾ/
Did you know?
- Depending on the region, ve a limpiar might be replaced by the phrase dale una pasada, which literally means 'give it a pass' but functions as a request to clean.
- While ve a limpiar is a command, using the diminutive limpiita in related phrases can turn a harsh order into a playful or affectionate request.
- The verb limpiar shares its roots with the English word 'limpid', used to describe water that is perfectly clear and pure.
Examples in context
- Hola, necesitamos que limpie el área de trabajo.Hello, we need you to clean the work area.
- ¡Oye, anda a limpiar tu habitación!Hey, go clean your room!
- Si terminas la tarea, ve a limpiar tu cuarto.If you finish your homework, go clean your room.
- El suelo está sucio, ve a limpiar la cocina.The floor is dirty, go clean the kitchen.
- ¡Ve a limpiar ese desastre ahora mismo!Go clean up that mess right now!
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are at home during a weekend cleaning session.
- JavierElena, ve a limpiar el baño, por favor.Elena, go clean the bathroom, please.
- ElenaEstá bien, pero tú tienes que limpiar el salón.Okay, but you have to clean the living room.
- JavierDe acuerdo, yo me encargo del salón.Agreed, I'll take care of the living room.
- ElenaPerfecto, terminaremos pronto.Perfect, we will finish soon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries a, limpiar, ve, CC BY-SA 4.0.
