decide
“decide” means “decides” in Spanish (He/She/It decides (Present Tense)).
decides, decide!
Also: makes a decision, determines
📝 In Action
Ella decide qué película veremos esta noche.
A1She decides which movie we will watch tonight.
El comité decide el ganador mañana.
A2The committee decides the winner tomorrow.
¡Decide ya si vienes o te quedas!
A2Decide already if you're coming or staying!
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: decide
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'decide' as an informal command?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *dēcīdere*, which meant 'to cut off' or 'to cut short.' The idea is that when you decide, you 'cut off' all the other possibilities, leaving only one choice.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'decide' always mean 'to make a choice'?
Yes, its core meaning is always about making a choice or coming to a final conclusion. In some technical contexts, it can mean 'to determine' or 'to settle' a matter, but the sense of making a final selection remains.
How do I know if 'decide' is 'he decides' or 'you (formal) decide'?
You usually figure it out based on the subject pronoun used, or the context. If the sentence starts with 'Usted,' it means 'you formal.' If it starts with 'Él' or 'Ella,' it means 'he/she.' If there is no subject (like in a fast command: '¡Decide!'), it is the informal command.