The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Influir is used to give direct orders or instructions related to influencing or having an effect on something, for example: Influye en tu hermano para que estudie más. (Influence your brother to study more.)

Influir is a spelling-changing verb that follows the -uir to -uye conjugation pattern. In the imperative mood, the stem vowel changes from ‘u’ to ‘u-ye’ in all forms except for the nosotros command.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Influir (to influence) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish):

Influir generally means to influence or have an effect on something or someone, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To influence or affect: This is the most common meaning, referring to having an impact or sway over something or someone. For example, Influid en la decisión final (Influence the final decision).

To intervene or get involved: It can also mean to intervene or get involved in a situation, often with the implication of trying to change or affect it. For example, Influid en el conflicto antes de que empeore (Intervene in the conflict before it gets worse).

To contribute or have a role: In some contexts, it can mean to contribute or have a role in something, especially when referring to factors or elements that shape or affect a situation. For example, Influid en el éxito del proyecto (Contribute to the success of the project).

To persuade or convince (colloquial): In more informal or colloquial usage, it can mean to persuade or convince someone to do something, often with a slightly manipulative connotation. For example, Influid en tu hermano para que nos acompañe (Persuade your brother to come with us).

To pressure or coerce (rude): In a more negative or rude sense, it can mean to pressure or coerce someone into doing something against their will. For example, ¡No me influyáis a hacer algo que no quiero! (Don’t pressure me into doing something I don’t want to do!).

Examples

Examples of Influir in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Influye en tus compañeros de trabajo para que sean más respetuosos con el medio ambiente! (Influence your coworkers to be more environmentally friendly!)

Para tener éxito en los negocios, influya en los demás con su carisma y habilidades de comunicación. (To succeed in business, influence others with your charisma and communication skills.)

Padres, influyamos positivamente en nuestros hijos con nuestras acciones y valores. (Parents, let’s positively influence our children with our actions and values.)

Jóvenes activistas, influid en la sociedad para crear un mundo más justo y equitativo. (Young activists, influence society to create a more just and equitable world.)

Líderes comunitarios, influyan en sus vecindarios para fomentar la unidad y el progreso. (Community leaders, influence your neighborhoods to promote unity and progress.)

En tu próximo viaje, influye en los lugareños con tu respeto por su cultura y tradiciones. (On your next trip, influence the locals with your respect for their culture and traditions.)

Como artista, influya en las mentes y corazones de tu audiencia con tu creatividad y pasión. (As an artist, influence the minds and hearts of your audience with your creativity and passion.)

Profesores, influyamos en nuestros estudiantes para que se conviertan en ciudadanos responsables y comprometidos. (Teachers, let’s influence our students to become responsible and engaged citizens.)

Atletas, influid en los jóvenes con vuestro ejemplo de disciplina y perseverancia. (Athletes, influence the youth with your example of discipline and perseverance.)

Líderes políticos, influyan en la opinión pública con sus ideas progresistas y visión de un futuro mejor. (Political leaders, influence public opinion with your progressive ideas and vision for a better future.)

En tu vida diaria, influye en los demás con tu amabilidad y compasión. (In your daily life, influence others with your kindness and compassion.)

Como mentor, influya en sus mentees para que alcancen su máximo potencial y logren sus sueños. (As a mentor, influence your mentees to reach their full potential and achieve their dreams.)

Escritores, influyamos en la sociedad con nuestras palabras poderosas y mensajes inspiradores. (Writers, let’s influence society with our powerful words and inspiring messages.)

Empresarios, influid en el mercado con vuestras ideas innovadoras y estrategias disruptivas. (Entrepreneurs, influence the market with your innovative ideas and disruptive strategies.)

Como líder comunitario, influya en su vecindario para crear un entorno seguro y acogedor para todos. (As a community leader, influence your neighborhood to create a safe and welcoming environment for all.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Influir (to influence) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Imperative mood is also known as the Command Form, Affirmative Command Mood, or Direct Command Form in English, and as Modo Imperativo, Imperativo Afirmativo, Mandatos Afirmativos, or Forma de Mandato in Spanish.