The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of girar is used to give direct orders or instructions, for example Gira a la derecha. (Turn to the right.)

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

Conjugations

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

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

To turn or rotate: The most common meaning is to turn or rotate something, for example, Gira la llave para abrir la puerta (Turn the key to open the door).

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

To transfer or send (colloquial): In some Latin American countries, it can mean to transfer or send something, for example, Gírame esa plata que me debes (Send me that money you owe me).

To ignore or disregard (colloquial): In a rude or dismissive way, it can mean to ignore or disregard someone or something, for example, Gíralo, no le hagas caso (Ignore him, don’t pay attention to him).

To deceive or trick (colloquial): In some contexts, it can mean to deceive or trick someone, for example, No me gires, dime la verdad (Don’t trick me, tell me the truth).

Examples

Examples of Girar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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

Para encender la computadora, gire el botón de encendido. (To turn on the computer, turn the power button.)

Niños, giren las páginas del libro con cuidado. (Kids, turn the pages of the book carefully.)

Antes de salir del restaurante, giremos la propina al mesero. (Before leaving the restaurant, let’s leave a tip for the waiter.)

En la clase de baile, el instructor dijo: “Giren sus cuerpos hacia la izquierda”. (In the dance class, the instructor said: “Turn your bodies to the left”.)

Para ajustar el volumen, gira la perilla en sentido horario. (To adjust the volume, turn the knob clockwise.)

Oye, gira esa cara larga al revés. ¡Sonríe! (Hey, turn that long face around. Smile!)

Para tomar la mejor foto, giren el ángulo de la cámara. (To take the best photo, adjust the angle of the camera.)

En la reunión, el jefe dijo: “Giren su atención al nuevo proyecto”. (In the meeting, the boss said: “Turn your attention to the new project”.)

Cuando estés listo, gira la llave para encender el motor. (When you’re ready, turn the key to start the engine.)

Para hacer un giro perfecto, giren el volante con suavidad. (To make a perfect turn, turn the steering wheel smoothly.)

¡Gire esa música a todo volumen! ¡Vamos a bailar! (Turn that music up full blast! Let’s dance!)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Girar (to turn) 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.