escuchad
“escuchad” means “listen!” in Spanish (as a command to a group).
listen!, hear me!
Also: pay attention!
📝 In Action
¡Chicos, escuchad atentamente lo que voy a decir!
A2Kids, listen carefully to what I am going to say!
Escuchad, por favor, si queréis entender las instrucciones del juego.
B1Listen, please, if you want to understand the game instructions.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: escuchad
Question 1 of 1
If you are in Madrid and want to tell your two friends, Juan and María, to be quiet and pay attention, which word is correct?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'escuchar' comes from the Latin verb *auscultāre*, which meant 'to listen attentively' or 'to eavesdrop.' 'Escuchad' is simply the command form of this ancient verb.
First recorded: Old Spanish (verb form present since the verb's inception)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'escuchad' used in Mexico or Argentina?
No. In nearly all of Latin America, the 'vosotros' form is not used. They would use 'escuchen' (the 'ustedes' form) instead, even when speaking informally to friends.
What is the difference between 'escuchad' and 'oíd'?
Both mean 'listen' or 'hear' in the command form. However, 'escuchad' (from escuchar) usually means 'to pay attention' or 'to listen carefully,' while 'oíd' (from oír) generally refers to the physical ability to perceive sound.