díselo
“díselo” means “Tell it to him” in Spanish (Informal singular command).
Tell it to him, Tell it to her, Tell it to them
Also: Say it to him/her/them
📝 In Action
Si ves a Juan, díselo inmediatamente.
A2If you see Juan, tell it to him immediately.
No lo guardes en secreto. Díselo ya.
B1Don't keep it a secret. Tell it to them now.
¿Le digo la verdad? — Sí, díselo, es mejor.
A2Should I tell him the truth? — Yes, tell it to him, it's better.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: díselo
Question 1 of 2
If you wanted to tell a group of friends, 'Tell it to him,' what would you say?
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👥 Word Family▼
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼
This word is a combination of the irregular command form of the verb 'decir' (to say/tell), which comes from the Latin verb *dīcere*. The pronouns 'se' and 'lo' were attached later as Spanish grammar developed strict rules about combining objects in commands.
First recorded: Compound imperative forms like this have been common since the standardization of Spanish (around the 15th century).
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'díselo' and 'dígaselo'?
'Díselo' is the informal command (used with 'tú'). 'Dígaselo' is the formal command (used with 'usted' or 'ustedes'). They both mean 'Tell it to him/her/them,' but they are used depending on your relationship with the person you are speaking to.
Can I use 'díselo' if I am telling something to my boss?
No, you should use the formal version, 'dígaselo.' 'Díselo' is reserved for friends, family, children, or people you know very well.