Using 'tú' (hablas) vs. 'usted' (habla)

For most verbs ending in '-ar', when you see the '-as' ending, it's a huge clue that the action is being done by 'tú' (the informal 'you'). For example: 'tú cantas' (you sing), 'tú trabajas' (you work).

The '-as' Ending Means 'Tú'

In Spanish, you don't need extra words like 'do' to ask a question. The statement 'Hablas español' (You speak Spanish) becomes a question, '¿Hablas español?', just by raising your voice at the end.

Asking a Question? Just Change Your Tone!

Remember that 'hablas' can mean 'you speak' (a general fact), 'you are speaking' (right now), or 'you do speak' (for emphasis). The situation will tell you which meaning fits best.

One Word, Three English Meanings

One of the most common verb forms you'll use in daily conversation.

Learn what 'hablas' means in Spanish ('you speak') and when to use it. See full conjugation tables for the verb 'hablar', examples, and common mistakes.

hablas

Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

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