atreves
a-TREH-ves
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
¿De verdad te atreves a probar esa comida picante?
A2Do you really dare to try that spicy food?
Si te atreves a hablar con ella, te prometo que te irá bien.
B1If you dare to talk to her, I promise you it will go well.
No sé cómo te atreves a conducir tan rápido en la lluvia.
B1I don't know how you dare to drive so fast in the rain.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Reflexive
This verb always needs a little pronoun (me, te, se, nos, os) that matches the person doing the action. Since 'atreves' is for 'tú,' it must have 'te' in front of it.
Requires 'a'
When you dare to do something, you must always place the preposition 'a' before the second verb: 'Te atreves A saltar' (You dare TO jump).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Forgetting the Reflexive Pronoun
Mistake: "Tú atreves a hablar."
Correction: Tú TE atreves a hablar. Remember the 'te' is essential because the verb is about daring oneself.
⭐ Usage Tips
The Question Form
The most common way to use 'atreves' is in the question: '¿Te atreves?' (Do you dare?) This is a fun way to challenge a friend.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: atreves
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'atreves'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'atreves' formal or informal?
'Atreves' is the informal 'tú' form. If you were speaking to someone you respect greatly or don't know well (using 'usted'), you would say 'se atreve'.
Do I always need the word 'a' after 'atreverse'?
Yes, almost always! When you dare to perform an action, you must use 'a' before the action verb: 'Te atreves a [hacer algo]' (You dare to [do something]).