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crecer Negative Imperative Conjugation

crecerto grow

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Quick answer:

The negative imperative always uses the 'zc' stem: no crezcas, no crezca, no crezcamos, no crezcáis, no crezcan.

crecer Negative Imperative Forms

no crezcas
ustedno crezca
nosotrosno crezcamos
vosotrosno crezcáis

When to Use the Negative Imperative

Used to tell someone or something not to grow or expand (e.g., 'Don't grow up too fast').

Notes on crecer in the Negative Imperative

All negative commands for 'crecer' use the present subjunctive forms, which include the 'zc' spelling change.

Example Sentences

  • ¡No crezcas tan rápido, mi niño!

    Don't grow up so fast, my child!

  • No crezcamos sin un plan.

    Let's not grow without a plan.

    nosotros

  • No crezcan hacia ese lado del jardín.

    Don't grow (you all) toward that side of the garden.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Saying 'no crece' as a command.

    Correct: Say 'no crezcas'.

    Why: Negative commands must use the subjunctive form, not the indicative form.

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