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preocuparse Negative Imperative Conjugation

preocuparseto worry

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Quick answer:

The negative imperative of preocuparse: no te preocupes, no se preocupe, no nos preocupemos, no os preocupéis, no se preocupen.

preocuparse Negative Imperative Forms

no te preocupes
ustedno se preocupe
nosotrosno nos preocupemos
vosotrosno os preocupéis

When to Use the Negative Imperative

This is the most common way to tell someone 'Don't worry.'

Notes on preocuparse in the Negative Imperative

The negative imperative uses the present subjunctive forms. Pronouns move to the front, between 'no' and the verb.

Example Sentences

  • No te preocupes, todo saldrá bien.

    Don't worry, everything will turn out fine.

  • No se preocupen por la cuenta.

    Don't worry about the bill.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

  • Por favor, no se preocupe usted por eso.

    Please, don't worry about that (formal).

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: No te preocupa.

    Correct: No te preocupes.

    Why: Negative commands must use the subjunctive form, not the indicative present.

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