Ve
command, tú
The command "go" in Spanish is Ve when you speak to one person you call tú. With usted it is Vaya, and with several people it is Vayan. It is also called Vamos.
Meaning: go, as an order or instruction (verb)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Ve | command, tú |
| Vaya | command, usted |
| Vayan | command, ustedes |
| Vamos | let us go |
The command comes from the verb ir. Say ¡Ve a casa! to a child or friend and Vaya por esta calle to a stranger. For a suggestion that includes yourself, say Vamos.
Which one should you use?
The negative changes the form: No vayas to one person and No vaya to usted. Tú and negative forms do not match the affirmative ve.
How do you pronounce it?
Ve is a single short syllable pronounced like "beh".
Did you know?
- Ve looks the same as the verb form of ver in yo veo, but the context shows which one is meant, and the command from ver is mira.
Examples in context
- ¡Ve a tu cuarto!Go to your room!
- Vaya derecho y gire a la izquierda.Go straight and turn left.
- No vayas solo.Do not go alone.
Example conversation
Mónica tells her son Tomás to get ready for school.
- MónicaTomás, ve a lavarte los dientes.Tomás, go brush your teeth.
- TomásYa voy, mamá.I am coming, mom.
- MónicaVamos, que llegamos tarde.Come on, we will be late.
