Que te diviertas
/ke te dibjeɾtas/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'have a great time' is translated into Spanish as Que te diviertas.
This phrase is used to wish someone enjoyment during a future activity or event.
Which one should you use?
While Que te diviertas is used when speaking to one person you know well, you should use Que se divierta for a formal situation or Que se diviertan when addressing a group.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the subjunctive mood to express a wish or desire.
How do you pronounce it?
/ke te dibjeɾtas/
When do people say it?
A common way to respond to this wish is Gracias, igualmente (Thanks, likewise).
Did you know?
- The verb divertirse comes from the Latin 'divertere', which means 'to turn aside'. Literally, having a great time is viewed as 'turning away' from one's normal routine or duties.
- While English speakers say 'have a time', the Spanish que te diviertas uses a reflexive verb. It literally translates to 'that you amuse yourself'.
- If you are wishing a great time to a group of people in Spain, you would say Que os divirtáis, whereas in Latin America, you would more likely say Que se diviertan.
Examples in context
- Estamos encantados de que haya venido a nuestra conferencia. ¡Que lo pase muy bien durante su estadía aquí en Madrid!We are delighted you have come to our conference. Have a great time during your stay here in Madrid!
- ¡Feliz cumpleaños, María! Espero que te diviertas mucho en tu fiesta esta noche.Happy birthday, Maria! I hope you have a great time at your party tonight.
- ¡Felices vacaciones, Carlos! Esperamos que te diviertas al máximo en la playa.Happy holidays, Carlos! We hope you have a blast at the beach.
- Que te diviertas en la fiesta.Have a great time at the party.
- ¡Que te diviertas con tus amigos!Have a great time with your friends!
- Que te diviertas mucho en el concierto.Have a lot of fun at the concert.
Example conversation
Daniel is seeing María off as she leaves for a music festival.
- Daniel¡Que te diviertas en el festival, María!Have a great time at the festival, María!
- MaríaGracias, Daniel. ¡Será increíble!Thanks, Daniel. It will be amazing!
- DanielMe alegro mucho por ti.I am very happy for you.
- María¡Nos vemos pronto!See you soon!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
