Forgetting the 'te'

The word 'quitarte' is the base verb 'quitar' plus the pronoun 'te' (you, informal). This structure is used when the verb is in the infinitive form (after 'deber,' 'poder,' 'ir a') and the action is reflexive—you are doing it to yourself.

Pronoun Attachment

You have two options: attach the pronoun to the end ('quitarte') or place it before the conjugated verb ('te tienes que quitar'). Both mean the same thing!

Placement Choice

Think of 'quitarse' as 'to remove from oneself.' If the action is done to your own body or belongings, you need the 'se' (or 'te' for tú).

Focus on Reflexive Action

Extremely common, especially in daily routines related to dressing and cleaning.

When using 'quitarte' to mean 'move away from something,' you often follow it with the preposition 'de' (from): 'quitarte de la puerta' (move from the door).

Using 'de'

If you are giving a direct order to move, you use the imperative: '¡Quítate!' (Move! / Get out of the way!). Remember the accent mark when attaching the pronoun to the command.

Use the Command Form

Commonly used when asking someone to move out of the way or stop doing something.

Learn how to use the Spanish verb 'quitarte,' which means 'to take off (clothing)' or 'to move out of the way.' Includes conjugations for the base reflexive verb 'quitarse.'

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