únete a mi equipo
/unete a mi ekipo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "join my team" is translated into Spanish as únete a mi equipo.
This phrase is an invitation for someone to become a member of a group or organization that the speaker leads. You might also use the alternative forma parte de mi equipo, which means "be part of my team".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase únete a mi equipo is composed of the reflexive imperative únete (join yourself), the preposition a (to), the possessive mi (my) and equipo (team).
Which one should you use?
únete a mi equipo is a direct command or invitation addressed to a person. In contrast, unirse a mi equipo is the infinitive form, which is used for general descriptions such as "to join my team".
How does it change in a sentence?
The form únete a mi equipo is an informal imperative used when speaking directly to one person.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word equipo refers to both a sports 'team' and a set of 'equipment', such as tools or gear.
- While equipo is masculine in Spanish, it is feminine in French as équipe and Portuguese as equipa.
- The word equipo is a linguistic traveler that was borrowed from the French word équipe before settling into Spanish.
Examples in context
- Únete a mi equipo y alcanzaremos el éxito juntos.Join my team and we will achieve success together.
- Forma parte de mi equipo, tu contribución es invaluable.Become a part of my team, your contribution is invaluable.
- Únete a mi equipo de ventas.Join my sales team.
- Si quieres un cambio, únete a mi equipo.If you want a change, join my team.
- ¡Únete a mi equipo hoy mismo!Join my team today!
Example conversation
Elena is trying to recruit Javier for her new project at work.
- ElenaJavier, ¿te interesa un nuevo proyecto?Javier, are you interested in a new project?
- JavierSí, suena muy bien. ¿De qué se trata?Yes, it sounds very good. What is it about?
- ElenaEs un reto increíble, ¡únete a mi equipo!It is an incredible challenge, join my team!
- JavierGracias, Elena. Cuenta conmigo.Thanks, Elena. Count me in.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries a, equipo, mi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
