The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Abordar is used to give direct orders or instructions, for example Aborda el tema con cuidado. (Address the issue carefully.)

Abordar is a regular -ar verb, so its Imperative conjugations follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Abordar (to board) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish):

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

To board: for example, ¡Aborda el barco! (Board the ship!)

To approach: for example, ¡Abórdalo con cuidado! (Approach it carefully!)

To tackle: for example, ¡Aborda el problema de frente! (Tackle the problem head on!)

To confront: for example, ¡Abórdalo sobre ese tema! (Confront him about that issue!)

To hit on (colloquial): for example, ¡Abórdala, no seas tímido! (Hit on her, don’t be shy!)

Examples

Examples of Abordar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Aborda ese tema con cuidado! (Approach that topic carefully!)

Para resolver el problema, abordemos cada punto por separado. (To solve the problem, let’s address each point separately.)

Señor, le sugiero que aborde el asunto de manera profesional. (Sir, I suggest you approach the matter professionally.)

Antes de viajar, aborda tus temores y prepárate mentalmente. (Before traveling, address your fears and prepare mentally.)

Para mejorar tus habilidades sociales, aborda a las personas con confianza. (To improve your social skills, approach people with confidence.)

En el taller de arte, abordemos técnicas nuevas y creativas. (In the art workshop, let’s explore new and creative techniques.)

Si quieres progresar en tu carrera, aborda los desafíos con determinación. (If you want to progress in your career, approach challenges with determination.)

Hijos, aborden la situación con madurez y respeto. (Children, approach the situation with maturity and respect.)

Para tener éxito en los negocios, aborde cada oportunidad con entusiasmo. (To succeed in business, approach every opportunity with enthusiasm.)

Si buscas un nuevo empleo, aborda las entrevistas con confianza. (If you’re looking for a new job, approach interviews with confidence.)

En tu desarrollo personal, aborda tus miedos y supera tus límites. (In your personal development, address your fears and overcome your limits.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Abordar (to board) 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.