solo avísame
/solo abisame/from spelling rules
In Spanish, 'just let me know' is translated as solo avísame.
This phrase is used to ask someone to inform you when they have an answer or a decision.
Which one should you use?
Solo avísame uses the 'tú' imperative, making it appropriate for friends, family or peers. Solo dime is a common alternative that focuses on the act of telling rather than the act of notifying.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because 'avísame' is in the imperative mood, if you add a subordinate clause like 'when you know', you must use the subjunctive sepas rather than the indicative sabes.
Did you know?
- While 'avísame' is standard, a very common way to say this in Mexico is 'me avisas', using the present tense to express a future request.
- The verb 'avisar' comes from the same root as the English 'advise', though in Spanish it is used much more casually for simple notifications.
- The verb avisar can be used as a warning. While solo avísame is often a request for information, depending on the context, it can sound like asking someone to alert you to a danger.
Examples in context
- Hágamelo saber si necesita más informaciónJust let me know if you need more information
- Por favor, infórmeme sobre los avances del proyectoJust let me know about the progress of the project, please
- Si necesitas ayuda, simplemente dimeIf you need help, just let me know
- Avísame si quieres venir a la fiestaJust let me know if you want to come to the party
- Házmelo saber cuando llegues a casaJust let me know when you arrive home
- Avísame si necesitas ayudaJust let me know if you need any help
- Dime cuándo estás disponible para reunirnosLet me know when you're available to meet
- Si tienes alguna pregunta, solo avísameIf you have any questions, just let me know
- Si decides ir, solo avísame.If you decide to go, just let me know.
- Solo avísame cuando tengas una respuesta.Just let me know when you have an answer.
- Si el plan cambia, solo avísame.If the plan changes, just let me know.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are discussing a potential trip.
- JavierSofía, ¿vas a venir al viaje?Sofía, are you coming on the trip?
- SofíaNo estoy segura todavía, Javier.I am not sure yet, Javier.
- JavierEstá bien, solo avísame mañana.That is fine, just let me know tomorrow.
- SofíaTe avisaré en cuanto sepa algo.I will let you know as soon as I know something.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
