cambies
“cambies” means “change” in Spanish (Used for 'that you change' or 'don't change').
change
Also: exchange
📝 In Action
No quiero que cambies.
B1I don't want you to change.
¡No cambies de canal!
A2Don't change the channel!
Espero que cambies el aceite del coche.
B1I hope you change the car's oil.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: cambies
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence means 'I want you to change'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'cambiare,' which originally meant to barter or exchange goods.
First recorded: 12th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'cambias' and 'cambies'?
'Cambias' is a statement of fact (e.g., 'You change clothes'). 'Cambies' is used for commands, wishes, or doubts (e.g., 'Don't change' or 'I hope you change').
Can 'cambies' be used in formal situations?
No, 'cambies' is the informal 'tú' form. For a formal 'you' (usted), you would use 'cambie'.