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What is the difference between Pretérito Perfecto (preterite tense) and Pretérito Imperfecto (imperfect tense)?

The preterite tense (or pretérito perfecto) refers to an event that occurred once in the past, whereas the imperfect tense (pretérito imperfecto) refers to an event that occurred continuously or more than on...
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Answered by Alma O. • Spanish tutor
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When Do I Use the Subjunctive?

The subjunctive mood in Spanish should be used when opinions, wishes and emotions are expressed and for phrases that convey a possibility or doubt. For example, phrases such as 'no creo que..', and 'es proba...
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What is the difference between ser and estar?

As a general rule think about ser being a permanent description and estar being temporary. For example, to say someone is tall, use ser and you if you are saying that they look tall today you would use estar...
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When do I use the preterite and imperfect?

As a general rule, the preterite is used when there is a finite beginning and end. If there is any ambiguity then use the imperfect. There are also specific rules for each tense. If you are describing a pers...
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How do I conjugate the verb 'ir' in the preterite tense?

The verb 'ir' is very irregular, in the preterite tense it is conjugated as follows: yo fui tú fuiste el/ella fue nosotros fuimos vosotros fuisteis ellos/ellas fueron
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