Using the Formal Form

Even though 'imagínate' comes from a verb, in this context, it acts like a single word that starts a sentence or stands alone to show surprise, much like 'Wow' or 'Just think' in English.

A Fixed Phrase

Use 'imagínate' right before or after sharing the most unbelievable part of a story to draw the listener in and emphasize the shock factor.

Emphasis and Storytelling

Extremely common in spoken Spanish, used frequently to introduce examples or express strong emotion.

'Imagínate' is the informal command ('tú' form) of the verb 'imaginar' (imagina), with the pronoun 'te' (you/yourself) attached directly to the end. The accent mark is added to keep the stress on the correct syllable.

How 'Imagínate' is Built

When you give a positive command (like 'imagina'), you stick the pronouns (like 'lo', 'la', or 'te') right onto the end of the verb, making it one long word.

Attaching Pronouns to Commands

The literal command form of the verb 'imaginar' (to imagine).

Learn the two key uses of 'imagínate': the literal command 'Imagine it,' and the highly common interjection 'Imagine that!' or 'Just think!', essential for natural Spanish conversation.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

imperfect

preterite

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

Practice Conjugations