Forgetting 'a' for Destination

'Va' comes from the verb 'ir'. It's the form you use for a single person or thing you're talking about (he, she, it) or for the formal 'you' (usted).

The Verb 'Ir' (To Go)

Think of 'va' as an arrow pointing toward a destination. It answers the question 'Where is he/she/it going?'

Pointing to a Destination

Extremely common. This is one of the very first verbs you'll learn and use.

Forgetting the 'a'

To say what's going to happen, use this simple recipe: 'va' + 'a' + the basic form of an action verb (like comer, hablar, vivir).

The 'Going To' Future Formula

In daily conversation, Spanish speakers use 'va a...' much more often than the other future tense. It sounds more natural and immediate.

The Everyday Future Tense

This is the most common way to talk about the future in everyday conversation.

When 'va' doesn't seem to be about movement, listen to the words around it. 'Va con...' often means 'goes with', and 'va de...' often means 'is about'.

Listen for the Context

Common in set phrases related to how things are, how they fit, or what they're about.

Use '¡Va!' as a short, informal way to agree to a plan or suggestion. It's like saying 'I'm in!' or 'Deal!'.

A Quick 'Yes'

Common in informal, spoken Spanish, especially in Spain.

A comprehensive guide to the Spanish word 'va'. Learn its meaning as 'he/she goes', its use in the future tense ('va a'), common expressions like '¿Cómo te va?', and its full conjugation from the verb 'ir'.

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

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