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Conjugation Chart of “Descargar” (to download) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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Understanding the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of “Descargar”

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Descargar is used to give direct orders or instructions to download something, for example Descarga el archivo. (Download the file.)

This verb follows the -gar to -gue spelling-changing conjugation pattern, where the ‘g’ changes to ‘gu’ before the vowels ‘e’ and ‘i’ in certain forms.

How to Use Descargar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

Descargar generally means to download or unload, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To download: This is the most common meaning, referring to transferring data or files from a remote source to a local device. For example, Descarga esa aplicación. (Download that app.)

To unload: It can also mean to unload or offload physical objects. For example, Descargad la mercancía del camión. (Unload the merchandise from the truck.)

To vent: In a figurative sense, it can mean to vent or release emotions or frustrations. For example, Descarga tu ira en el gimnasio. (Vent your anger at the gym.)

To discharge: In certain contexts, it can refer to discharging or releasing something, like energy or a weapon. For example, Descarga tu arma sólo en caso de emergencia. (Discharge your weapon only in case of emergency.)

To relieve oneself (vulgar): In colloquial and vulgar usage, it can mean to relieve oneself or defecate. For example, ¡Descarga en el baño, no en la calle! (Relieve yourself in the bathroom, not on the street!)

Real Life Examples of Descargar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Descarga la aplicación para obtener descuentos! (Download the app to get discounts!)

Por favor, descargue los archivos adjuntos antes de la reunión. (Please download the attached files before the meeting.)

Descarguemos la nueva versión del programa para evitar problemas. (Let’s download the new version of the program to avoid issues.)

Amigos, descargad las fotos de nuestras vacaciones para que todos las tengamos. (Friends, download the photos from our vacation so we all have them.)

Compañeros, descarguen el manual de instrucciones para aprender a usar el equipo. (Colleagues, download the instruction manual to learn how to use the equipment.)

Oye, descarga ese juego que te recomendé, está de lujo. (Hey, download that game I recommended, it’s awesome.)

Antes de viajar, descarguen una aplicación de mapas para no perderse. (Before traveling, download a maps app so you don’t get lost.)

Mamá, descarga esa película que querías ver, ya está disponible. (Mom, download that movie you wanted to watch, it’s already available.)

En la clase de hoy, descarguen los materiales del curso para practicar en casa. (In today’s class, download the course materials to practice at home.)

Para ahorrar datos, descargad los podcasts cuando tengáis WiFi. (To save data, download the podcasts when you have WiFi.)

Si quieren leer el libro electrónico, descarguen el archivo PDF. (If you want to read the e-book, download the PDF file.)

Antes de salir de viaje, descarga algunas películas para ver en el avión. (Before your trip, download some movies to watch on the plane.)

Para mantenerse al día, descarguen las actualizaciones de software regularmente. (To stay up-to-date, download software updates regularly.)

No olviden descargar la aplicación de la compañía para acceder a los beneficios. (Don’t forget to download the company’s app to access the benefits.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Descargar (to download) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) (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.