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Conjugation Chart of “Pertenecer” (to belong) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Pertenecer is used to give direct orders or instructions related to belonging or being a part of something, for example: Pertenece a este grupo. (Belong to this group.)

This verb follows the -cer to -zca spelling-changing conjugation pattern, where the c changes to zc before the endings are added.

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

Pertenecer generally means to belong to or be a part of something, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To belong: For example, Pertenece a este grupo (Belong to this group). This is the most common meaning, telling someone to join or be part of a group or organization.

To be associated with: For example, Pertenece a la alta sociedad (Be associated with high society). This usage implies the person should act or behave in a way that is linked to a certain social class or status.

To be owned by: For example, Pertenece a tu familia (Belong to your family). In this sense, it’s telling someone that they are the property or possession of the family.

To be part of (colloquial): For example, ¡Pertenece, amigo! (Be part of it, friend!) This casual usage encourages someone to join in on an activity or situation in a friendly way.

To fit in (slang): For example, Pertenece o te vas (Fit in or get out). This rude slang meaning pressures someone to conform to a group’s norms and behaviors.

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

¡Pertenece al club de lectura! Es una excelente manera de conocer gente nueva. (Join the book club! It’s a great way to meet new people.)

Para ser parte del equipo, pertenezca a la asociación de empleados. (To be part of the team, join the employee association.)

Amigos, pertenezcamos al movimiento por un planeta más verde. (Friends, let’s join the movement for a greener planet.)

Si quieren acceso a las instalaciones, pertenezcan al gimnasio local. (If you want access to the facilities, join the local gym.)

Oye, ¿por qué no perteneces al grupo de caminatas? Es muy divertido. (Hey, why don’t you join the hiking group? It’s a lot of fun.)

Para disfrutar de los beneficios, pertenezca al programa de lealtad de la aerolínea. (To enjoy the benefits, join the airline’s loyalty program.)

Chicos, pertenezcamos al club de fans. ¡Así podremos conocer a nuestro ídolo! (Guys, let’s join the fan club. That way we can meet our idol!)

Si quieres descuentos en restaurantes, pertenece al club gastronómico. (If you want restaurant discounts, join the gastronomy club.)

Para tener acceso a los eventos exclusivos, pertenezcan a la asociación de exalumnos. (To have access to exclusive events, join the alumni association.)

Oigan, pertenezcamos al grupo de voluntariado. Es una forma genial de ayudar a la comunidad. (Hey, let’s join the volunteer group. It’s a great way to help the community.)

Si buscas networking profesional, pertenece a la cámara de comercio local. (If you’re looking for professional networking, join the local chamber of commerce.)

Para mantenerte en forma, pertenece al club de running de la ciudad. (To stay in shape, join the city’s running club.)

Compañeros, pertenezcamos al sindicato para proteger nuestros derechos laborales. (Colleagues, let’s join the union to protect our labor rights.)

Si quieres viajar con descuentos, pertenece al club de viajeros frecuentes. (If you want travel discounts, join the frequent traveler club.)

Para estar al día con las noticias locales, pertenezca al grupo de vecinos en las redes sociales. (To stay up-to-date with local news, join the neighborhood group on social media.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Pertenecer (to belong) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) (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.