I Told Him in Spanish

Unlike English, you will often hear Spanish speakers omit the subject pronouns tu and yo. For instance, you may hear “I told him in Spanish” rather than “I told him in English”. While this is a common practice, it does mean that the most important part of the conversation is left out of the equation. Using pronouns can help you save time and ensure that your words aren’t uttered in a clunky fashion.

The best thing about omitting the subject is that it doesn’t have to be the only thing you can say in the language. It’s no secret that Spanish has some of the most complex inflections and morphology in the world, and there’s more than one way to talk about something. It’s also a good idea to learn about the various nuances of the language, so that you can pick and choose from the multitude of alternatives. Aside from the obvious, you’ll also want to learn about the complexities of conjugation and the importance of a correct pronunciation.

In terms of verbs, there are two types of transitive verbs. In the most basic sense, a verb requires a direct object and an indirect object. The direct object is the object receiving the action and the indirect object is the object involved in the action. When the verb is a compound verb, you have a few more options, but in the context of a sentence with a singular subject, it’s hard to beat the tu and yo.

The other notable category is idiomatic, or idiomatic, verbs. There are several examples of this, and it’s a good idea to know what you’re up against before you take the leap of faith. For example, if you are speaking to an elderly person, you’ll want to be sure to use the proper grammatical form of the verb. This is especially true if you plan on talking about an object of venery. Similarly, if you are attempting to be sly, you should avoid using the dreaded adverbs like “shall” and “will.” There are plenty of other tricks up your sleeve, though, and you should be prepared to be picky.