#24. Situations where you need to know how to use formal commands in Spanish

In this podcast, we explore "formal commands" in Spanish, those commands that we use with respect and professionalism in various situations. 🧑‍🏫 Join us on a journey full of everyday examples so you can see when and how to use these commands in real life. 👨‍🏫 What will you learn?

This podcast teaches you the benefits of using formal commands, especially in professional contexts. Learning to give instructions formally is key to conveying respect and authority, from the office to the coffee shop. 🔎 How are formal commands formed?

Very simple:

• If a present tense verb for "you (usted(es)" ends in -A(n), the formal form changes to -E(n)! Example: hablar ➡️habla(n)➡️ hable(n) (to speak)

• If it ends in -E(n), it goes to -A(n). Example: comer ➡️come(n)➡️ coma(n) (to eat)

• Remember, there are some irregular verbs! So we'll wait for you in class to review them all (intermediate level of Spanish at SpanishBlackbelt!). 😎 Benefits of mastering formal commands:

With them, your Spanish sounds more professional and respectful, something essential in the work world or when interacting with clients and bosses. 👥 Learn more about our conversational Spanish classes https://spanishblackbelt.com/spanish_courses/conversational_spanish.php?area=Zoom&stateID=44 ================== CREDITS: https://www.pexels.com/video/a-man-training-his-dog-5740001/ https://www.pexels.com/video/a-woman-presenting-using-laptop-5311280/ https://www.pexels.com/video/mechanic-checking-under-the-car-8987301/ https://www.pexels.com/video/person-watering-plants-7655139/ https://www.pexels.com/video/close-up-video-of-a-person-wiping-a-cabinet-9462940/