Confusing Commands

Subjunctive vs. Indicative

This form serves two main purposes: 1) It is the command (Imperative) for 'you all' (formal plural, 'ustedes'). 2) It is the special form (Subjunctive) for 'they' or 'you all' (formal plural) when talking about wishes, emotions, or doubts.

Dual Function of Vayan

Use 'vayan' when the main part of the sentence expresses desire or uncertainty about the action of going: 'Quiero que vayan' (I want them/you to go).

Triggering the Special Form

All forms of 'ir' in the Present Subjunctive start with 'V': *vaya, vayas, vayamos, vayan*. This is a quick way to remember that this is a special, irregular form.

Remember the 'V' Sound

A core and highly common verb form, essential for giving formal commands and expressing wishes/doubt about others' movements.

'Vayan' is a highly common conjugated form of the verb 'ir' (to go). Learn its dual uses as a formal command ('Go!') and as the special form (subjunctive) used to express wishes, doubts, or emotions about a group's action.

ir (to go)

Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations