déme
“déme” means “Give me” in Spanish (formal request or command).
📝 In Action
Por favor, déme una taza de café caliente.
A1Please, give me a hot cup of coffee.
Déme su pasaporte para revisar la documentación.
A2Give me your passport to check the documentation.
Si me permite, déme un momento para pensarlo bien.
B1If you allow me, give me a moment to think it through well.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: déme
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the formal command 'déme'?
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📚 Etymology▼
*Déme* is a construction combining the irregular imperative form *dé* (from Latin *dare*, meaning 'to give') and the pronoun *me* (from Latin *mihi*, meaning 'to me'). The two words fused together following the rule for affirmative commands, which requires the pronoun to be attached to the verb.
First recorded: The verb *dar* dates back to early Romance languages, and the specific cliticized command forms evolved as Spanish grammar rules were standardized.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'déme' have an accent mark?
The accent mark is there for two reasons: first, it differentiates *dé* (the command form) from the preposition *de* (of/from). Second, when you attach the pronoun *me*, the accent ensures the stress stays correctly on the first syllable.
Is 'déme' rude or demanding?
Not at all. While it is a command, it uses the polite *usted* form. When combined with *por favor*, it is the standard, respectful way to request something from a stranger or service worker.