Subjunctive vs. Indicative

When you tell someone (tú) *not* to do something, you use the special verb form 'llores.' If you want to tell them *to* cry, you use the simpler form 'llora' (Llora si lo necesitas, Cry if you need it).

Using 'Llores' in Commands

You use 'llores' when the sentence involves two people and expresses doubt, emotion, or desire. The first part of the sentence (like 'I hope' or 'I want') triggers this special form: 'Espero que llores'.

The Subjunctive Mood

The negative command ('No llores') is the same form as the 'tú' version of the Present Subjunctive. If you know the subjunctive, you automatically know how to tell someone not to do something.

Remembering the Negative Command

Extremely common, as it is a core verb ('to cry') and a highly frequent conjugation (commands and wishes).

Learn the meaning and correct usage of 'llores,' the 'tú' form of the verb 'llorar' (to cry) used for negative commands ('Don't cry') and in the Present Subjunctive (for wishes, doubts, and emotions).

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations