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Conjugation Chart of “Deber” (to owe) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Deber is used to give orders or instructions related to obligation or duty, for example: Debe terminar su tarea. (You must finish your homework.)

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

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

Deber generally means “to owe” or “must”, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

Obligation: This is the most common meaning, expressing that something is required or obligatory. For example, Debed estudiar para el examen. (You must study for the exam.)

Recommendation: It can also suggest a recommendation or advice. For example, Debed probar esta comida, está deliciosa. (You should try this food, it’s delicious.)

Probability: In some contexts, it can express a high probability or likelihood. For example, Debed estar cansados después de un día tan largo. (You must be tired after such a long day.)

Suggestion: It can also make a polite suggestion or proposal. For example, Debed ir al cine esta noche. (You should go to the movies tonight.)

Colloquial Usage: In informal contexts, it can express impatience or annoyance. For example, ¡Debed callaros de una vez! (You should shut up already!)

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

Cuando vayas de viaje, debes empacar ropa cómoda. (When you travel, you should pack comfortable clothes.)

Para tener éxito en tu carrera, debes trabajar duro y ser persistente. (To be successful in your career, you must work hard and be persistent.)

Si quieres mantener una vida saludable, debes hacer ejercicio regularmente. (If you want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, you should exercise regularly.)

Antes de salir de casa, deben asegurarse de apagar todas las luces. (Before leaving the house, they should make sure to turn off all the lights.)

Para mejorar tu español, debes practicar todos los días. (To improve your Spanish, you should practice every day.)

En una emergencia, debemos mantener la calma y seguir las instrucciones. (In an emergency, we must remain calm and follow the instructions.)

Si quieren llegar a tiempo, deben salir temprano. (If they want to arrive on time, they should leave early.)

Para tener una buena relación, deben comunicarse abiertamente. (To have a good relationship, they should communicate openly.)

Cuando vayan a una fiesta, deben llevar un regalo para el anfitrión. (When you go to a party, you should bring a gift for the host.)

Si quieren progresar en su carrera, deben seguir aprendiendo nuevas habilidades. (If they want to progress in their careers, they should continue learning new skills.)

Para ahorrar dinero, debes controlar tus gastos. (To save money, you should monitor your expenses.)

Cuando vayan de camping, deben llevar todo el equipo necesario. (When you go camping, you should bring all the necessary equipment.)

Si quieren tener una vida plena, deben encontrar un equilibrio entre el trabajo y la vida personal. (If they want to have a fulfilling life, they should find a balance between work and personal life.)

Para mantener una buena salud mental, debemos tomar descansos regulares y relajarnos. (To maintain good mental health, we should take regular breaks and relax.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Deber (to owe) 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.