Preterite vs. Imperfect

"Decidió" is the simple past (Preterite) form, used for actions that started and finished completely at a specific point in the past. Think of it as a single event.

The Preterite Tense

Since the verb form is 'decidió,' the person who did the action must be 'él' (he), 'ella' (she), or 'usted' (formal you). You usually don't need to say the pronoun if the subject is clear.

Identifying the Subject

When 'decidió' is followed immediately by another verb, that second verb must be in its base form (infinitive): 'Decidió *comprar*' (He decided *to buy*).

Action Trigger

Extremely common; essential for discussing past actions and choices.

"Decidió" is the simple past (Preterite) form of the verb 'decidir' (to decide) for 'he,' 'she,' or 'usted.' Learn its usage, examples, and full conjugation.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations