Forgetting the Accent

Using the Wrong Form

This word is actually two parts stuck together: the formal command form of 'creer' (crea) and the pronoun 'me' (meaning 'to me' or 'me').

The Compound Command

When you attach a pronoun to an affirmative command, you often have to add an accent mark (tilda) to keep the stress on the original syllable. Here, the accent on the 'é' ensures the word is pronounced KRAY-ah-meh.

The Stress Rule

Use 'créame' when speaking to someone older, in a professional setting, or anyone you address as 'usted'. Use 'créeme' for friends, family, or children (the informal command).

Formal vs. Informal

Extremely common phrase used daily when asking for trust or assurance.

Learn the meaning and correct usage of the Spanish command 'créame' (Believe me / Trust me). Understand how to use this formal imperative form of the verb 'creer' and the rules for attaching pronouns.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations