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“Hablar” (to speak) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Hablar is used to give direct orders or instructions to speak, for example Habla más despacio. (Speak more slowly.)

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

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

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

To speak or talk: This is the most common meaning, used to instruct someone to speak or say something. For example, ¡Habla! (Speak!) or ¡Habla más alto! (Speak louder!).

To communicate: It can also mean to communicate or express oneself verbally. For example, ¡Habla conmigo! (Talk to me!) or ¡Habla claro! (Speak clearly!).

To reveal or disclose: In some contexts, it can mean to reveal or disclose information. For example, ¡Habla ya! (Spill it!) or ¡Habla de una vez! (Spit it out!).

To discuss or negotiate: It can also mean to discuss or negotiate something. For example, ¡Hablemos de eso! (Let’s talk about that!) or ¡Habla con ellos! (Talk to them!).

Colloquial usage: In informal or colloquial contexts, it can be used to express surprise, disbelief, or emphasis. For example, ¡Habla en serio! (You’re kidding me!) or ¡Habla claro, hombre! (Speak clearly, man!).

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

¡Habla más despacio, por favor! (Speak more slowly, please!)

Para hacer una reserva, hable con nuestro agente de viajes. (To make a reservation, speak with our travel agent.)

En la reunión, hablemos sobre las nuevas estrategias de marketing. (In the meeting, let’s discuss the new marketing strategies.)

Niños, hablen en voz baja mientras su hermana duerme. (Children, speak softly while your sister is sleeping.)

Señor, hable con el gerente si tiene alguna queja. (Sir, speak with the manager if you have any complaints.)

Amigos, hablemos con franqueza sobre nuestros sentimientos. (Friends, let’s speak frankly about our feelings.)

¡Habla ahora o calla para siempre! (Speak now or forever hold your peace!)

Mamá, hablemos sobre las reglas de la casa otra vez. (Mom, let’s go over the house rules again.)

Equipo, hablad con confianza durante la presentación. (Team, speak confidently during the presentation.)

Colegas, hablen sobre sus ideas para el próximo proyecto. (Colleagues, discuss your ideas for the next project.)

En la entrevista, hable sobre sus fortalezas y debilidades. (In the interview, discuss your strengths and weaknesses.)

¡Habla claro y fuerte para que todos te escuchen! (Speak clearly and loudly so everyone can hear you!)

Clase, hablemos sobre los eventos actuales de la semana. (Class, let’s discuss this week’s current events.)

Señoras y señores, hablen con respeto durante el debate. (Ladies and gentlemen, speak respectfully during the debate.)

Joven, hable con sus padres sobre sus planes futuros. (Young person, discuss your future plans with your parents.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Hablar (to speak) 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.