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Conjugation Chart of “Sobresalir” (to stand out) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Sobresalir is used to give direct orders or instructions for someone to stand out or excel, for example: ¡Sobresale en tus estudios! (Stand out in your studies!).

Sobresalir is an irregular verb, meaning its conjugation follows a unique pattern that deviates from the standard rules.

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

Sobresalir generally means to stand out or protrude, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To stand out or protrude: For example, ¡Sobresale de la multitud! (Stand out from the crowd!)

To excel or be outstanding: For example, ¡Sobresale en tus estudios! (Excel in your studies!)

To surpass or outdo: For example, ¡Sobresale a tus compañeros! (Outdo your peers!)

To be prominent or noticeable (colloquial): For example, ¡Sobresale con ese peinado! (Stand out with that hairstyle!)

To stick out or bulge (rude, referring to body parts): For example, ¡Sobresale tu barriga! (Your belly is sticking out!)

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

¡Sobresale en tu trabajo! Demuestra tus habilidades y esfuérzate al máximo. (Stand out at your job! Showcase your skills and give it your all.)

Para sobresalir en la vida, es importante establecer metas y trabajar duro para alcanzarlas. (To stand out in life, it’s important to set goals and work hard to achieve them.)

Estudiante, sobresalga en su presentación y destaque sus puntos clave de manera clara y concisa. (Student, stand out in your presentation and highlight your key points clearly and concisely.)

Equipo, sobresalgamos en este proyecto y demostremos nuestro compromiso y dedicación. (Team, let’s stand out in this project and demonstrate our commitment and dedication.)

Amigos, sobresalid en la fiesta con vuestro estilo y actitud positiva. (Friends, stand out at the party with your style and positive attitude.)

Jóvenes, sobresalgan en sus comunidades y sean un ejemplo de liderazgo y servicio. (Young people, stand out in your communities and be an example of leadership and service.)

En tu próximo viaje, sobresale como un turista respetuoso y curioso, dispuesto a aprender sobre la cultura local. (On your next trip, stand out as a respectful and curious tourist, willing to learn about the local culture.)

Para tener éxito en los negocios, sobresalga ofreciendo un servicio excepcional y anticipando las necesidades de sus clientes. (To succeed in business, stand out by offering exceptional service and anticipating your customers’ needs.)

Artistas, sobresalgamos con nuestras creaciones únicas y expresemos nuestras perspectivas auténticas. (Artists, let’s stand out with our unique creations and express our authentic perspectives.)

Atletas, sobresalid en la competencia con vuestro esfuerzo y determinación inquebrantables. (Athletes, stand out in the competition with your unwavering effort and determination.)

Activistas, sobresalgan defendiendo causas importantes y promoviendo el cambio positivo en la sociedad. (Activists, stand out by advocating for important causes and promoting positive change in society.)

En tu vida personal, sobresale siendo una persona íntegra, compasiva y leal a tus valores. (In your personal life, stand out by being an upright, compassionate person who is loyal to your values.)

Padres, sobresalgan criando a sus hijos con amor, paciencia y sabiduría. (Parents, stand out by raising your children with love, patience, and wisdom.)

Estudiantes, sobresalgamos en nuestros estudios, aprovechando al máximo las oportunidades de aprendizaje. (Students, let’s stand out in our studies, making the most of learning opportunities.)

Colegas, sobresalid en vuestro trabajo en equipo, comunicándoos efectivamente y respetando las diferentes perspectivas. (Colleagues, stand out in your teamwork by communicating effectively and respecting different perspectives.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Sobresalir (to stand out) 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.