Forgetting the Irregular 'Yo' Form

Using the Stem Change

In the present tense, most forms of 'decir' change the 'e' to an 'i' (dices, dicen), but 'decimos' (we say) and 'decís' (you all say, Spain) are the exceptions that keep the 'e'.

The 'We' Form Exception

Unlike English, 'decir' covers both 'to say' and 'to tell.' You don't need a separate verb when talking about telling a story or telling the truth.

Telling vs. Saying

If you want to say 'Let's say...' or 'Let's tell...', you must switch to the subjunctive form: 'Digamos la verdad' (Let's tell the truth).

Quick Reference for Commands

Extremely common. This is the 'we' form of the highly frequent verb 'decir' (to say/to tell).

'Decimos' is the 'we say' or 'we tell' form of the highly irregular Spanish verb 'decir.' Learn its usage, irregular conjugations, and common phrases.

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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