The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Doblar is used to give direct orders or instructions, for example: Dobla la ropa. (Fold the clothes.)

Doblar is a regular -ar verb, so its conjugations in this mood follow the typical pattern for that verb type.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Doblar (to fold) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Latin American Spanish):

Doblar generally means to fold, bend or double over, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To fold or bend: The most common meaning is to fold or bend something, for example, Dobla la ropa antes de guardarla (Fold the clothes before putting them away).

To turn a corner: It can also mean to turn a corner or change direction, for example, Dobla a la derecha en la próxima esquina (Turn right at the next corner).

To dub a movie: In the entertainment industry, it means to dub a movie or TV show into another language, for example, Dobla esta película al inglés (Dub this movie into English).

To multiply or increase: Figuratively, it can mean to multiply or increase something, for example, Dobla tus esfuerzos si quieres tener éxito (Double your efforts if you want to be successful).

To overpower or defeat (colloquial): In some Latin American slang, it can mean to overpower or defeat someone, often in a physical or competitive sense, for example, Dóblalo en la pelea (Overpower him in the fight).

Examples

Examples of Doblar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Dobla a la derecha en la próxima intersección! (Turn right at the next intersection!)

Para hacer un avión de papel, dobla la hoja por la mitad. (To make a paper airplane, fold the sheet in half.)

Mamá, dobla mi ropa limpia, por favor. (Mom, please fold my clean clothes.)

¡Doblemos estos manteles para la mesa del comedor! (Let’s fold these tablecloths for the dining table!)

Equipo, doblen las camisetas después del partido. (Team, fold the shirts after the game.)

Oye, ¿puedes doblar mi pantalón de vestir? Tengo una entrevista. (Hey, can you fold my dress pants? I have an interview.)

Para hacer un avioncito de papel, primero dobla la hoja por la mitad. (To make a paper airplane, first fold the sheet in half.)

Niños, doblen sus servilletas antes de salir de la mesa. (Kids, fold your napkins before leaving the table.)

¿Puedes doblar las sábanas limpias y ponerlas en el armario? (Can you fold the clean sheets and put them in the closet?)

Después de lavar la bandera, doblémosla con cuidado. (After washing the flag, let’s fold it carefully.)

Oye, ¿me doblas esta carta para que quepa en el sobre? (Hey, can you fold this letter so it fits in the envelope?)

Antes de empacar, dobla tu ropa para que no se arrugue. (Before packing, fold your clothes so they don’t wrinkle.)

Para hacer un perrito caliente, primero dobla el pan por la mitad. (To make a hot dog, first fold the bun in half.)

Cuando termines de tejer, dobla la bufanda y guárdala. (When you finish knitting, fold the scarf and put it away.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Doblar (to fold) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Latin American 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.