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How do you create commands (imperatives) in Spanish?

There are two basic forms of imperatives, negative imperatives and positive imperatives, and these can be divided into informal (tú) and formal commands (ustedes/ vosotros). Let's start with the positive imp...
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Answered by Lauren C. • Spanish tutor
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Translate the following into spanish: My aunt had a lovely little house in a remote area of the British countryside.

Mi tía tenía una bonita (can also use: preciosa, mona) casa pequeña en una area (also use: zona, parte) remota de la campiña (this word is particularly challenging) inglesa.
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Answered by Cristina O. • Spanish tutor
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How should I use the time I have before the A2 speaking exam?

First things first, don't panic! Just skim read the text so that you have grasped the main ideas - remember, this is just a springboard to help you think of ideas for the discussion during the exam, so don't...
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Answered by Hannah B. • Spanish tutor
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How do I know when to use saber or conocer?

A common mistake made amongst all learners of Spanish but with a little practice it can be easily avoided. saber - to know a fact/thing/skill 'Ella sabe muchos idiomas' = She knows many languages 'Yo sé hace...
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Answered by Paige R. • Spanish tutor
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In which case would I use the verb SER and in which case would i use the verb ESTAR when talking about someone's profession?

The verb ESTAR is used when the job is considered temporary or relatively unimportant to the person undertaking it.-Mi prima va a estar de camarera en un restaurante todo el verano.-My cousin will work as a ...
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Answered by Adele S. • Spanish tutor
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