elegiste
eh-leh-HEES-teh
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Tú elegiste el restaurante para la cena.
A1You chose the restaurant for dinner.
¿Por qué elegiste esta carrera?
A2Why did you choose this career?
Elegiste muy bien el regalo.
B1You picked the gift very well.
💡 Grammar Points
One-time Past Actions
Use this form for actions that happened at a specific moment in the past and are now completely finished.
Informal 'You'
This word specifically addresses one person you are on friendly terms with ('tú').
❌ Common Pitfalls
The Extra 'S' Trap
Mistake: "elegistes"
Correction: elegiste
⭐ Usage Tips
Choosing Between Elegiste and Escogiste
While they mean the same thing, 'elegiste' sounds slightly more formal or decisive than 'escogiste'.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: elegiste
Question 1 of 1
Which of these is the correct way to say 'You chose a good book' to a friend?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when to use 'elegiste' instead of 'elegías'?
Use 'elegiste' when you are talking about a specific choice that happened once. Use 'elegías' if you used to choose something repeatedly in the past (like your favorite ice cream as a kid).
Is 'elegiste' used in formal settings?
Since it uses the 'tú' (informal) form, it's best for friends, family, or people your age. For formal situations, you would use 'eligió' (addressing someone as 'usted').