Using the Wrong Gender

Even though 'sal' doesn't end in '-a', it's a feminine word. Always say 'la sal' (the salt) or 'una sal' (a salt).

A Tricky Gender

While you'll use 'sal' for food 99% of the time, listen for it when people talk about someone's personality. If someone 'tiene mucha sal,' it means they are witty, charming, and fun to be around.

From Kitchen to Personality

Extremely common. One of the first words you'll learn for food and cooking.

Using the Wrong Command Form

'Sal' is the special, short command form of 'salir' (to leave) that you use when talking to one friend ('tú'). Many common verbs have these short, irregular commands, like 'ven' (come), 'di' (say), and 'haz' (do).

A Special Command Form

This command is very direct. You'll hear parents say it to children ('¡Sal a jugar!' - Go out and play!) or in situations where you need someone to leave immediately. With friends, it's perfectly normal.

Use for Quick, Direct Orders

Very common in everyday conversation, especially when giving informal commands.

Learn the two meanings of 'sal' in Spanish. Understand 'sal' as the noun for 'salt' and 'sal' as the informal command for 'leave' from the verb 'salir'. Includes full conjugations, examples, and usage tips.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

Practice Conjugations