The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Pasar is used to give direct orders or instructions, for example Pasa la pelota. (Pass the ball.)

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

Conjugations

Conjugations of Pasar (to pass) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish):

Pasar generally means to pass, go through, or happen, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To pass or go through: For example, ¡Pasa por aquí! (Pass through here!) This is the most literal meaning of pasar, telling someone to physically move from one place to another.

To happen or occur: For example, ¡Pasa lo que pase! (Let whatever happens, happen!) This usage expresses a sense of acceptance or resignation towards an inevitable event or situation.

To spend time: For example, ¡Pasa un buen rato! (Have a good time!) This meaning encourages someone to enjoy themselves or make the most of a particular occasion.

To give or hand over: For example, ¡Pásame el libro! (Hand me the book!) This usage instructs someone to physically transfer an object from one person to another.

To ignore or disregard: For example, ¡Pasa de eso! (Ignore that!) In this context, pasar means to pay no attention to something or someone, often used in a dismissive way.

To enter or visit (colloquial): For example, ¡Pasa para acá! (Come on in!) This informal usage invites someone to enter a place or join a group.

To share or pass around (colloquial): For example, ¡Pásame el porro, tío! (Pass me the joint, dude!) In this slang context, pasar refers to sharing or passing around an object, often related to drugs or alcohol.

Examples

Examples of Pasar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Pasa por aquí! Necesito tu ayuda con estas cajas. (Come over here! I need your help with these boxes.)

Por favor, pase a la sala de espera. El médico lo atenderá en unos minutos. (Please go to the waiting room. The doctor will see you in a few minutes.)

Antes de salir, pasemos por la tienda y compremos algunos víveres. (Before leaving, let’s stop by the store and buy some groceries.)

Chicos, pasad al comedor. La cena está servida. (Kids, come to the dining room. Dinner is served.)

Señores, pasen al salón de conferencias. La reunión está por comenzar. (Ladies and gentlemen, please enter the conference room. The meeting is about to start.)

¡Pasa un buen rato! Disfruta de la fiesta. (Have a good time! Enjoy the party.)

Mamá, pase por la cocina y pruebe este nuevo platillo que preparé. (Mom, come to the kitchen and try this new dish I made.)

Amigos, pasemos al jardín. Allí podremos disfrutar del aire fresco. (Friends, let’s go to the garden. We can enjoy the fresh air there.)

Compañeros, pasad al frente y presentad vuestros proyectos. (Colleagues, come to the front and present your projects.)

Invitados, pasen al salón principal. La ceremonia está por comenzar. (Guests, please enter the main hall. The ceremony is about to begin.)

¡Pasa un buen rato! Relájate y disfruta de tus vacaciones. (Have a great time! Relax and enjoy your vacation.)

Hijo, pase a mi oficina. Necesito hablar contigo sobre algo importante. (Son, come to my office. I need to talk to you about something important.)

Equipo, pasemos a la siguiente fase del proyecto. Estamos progresando bien. (Team, let’s move on to the next phase of the project. We’re making good progress.)

Estudiantes, pasad al frente y compartid vuestras presentaciones. (Students, come to the front and share your presentations.)

Todos, pasen al comedor. La cena navideña está lista. (Everyone, come to the dining room. The Christmas dinner is ready.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Pasar (to pass) 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.