escúcheme
es-KOO-cheh-meh
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Señor López, escúcheme por favor. Tengo una propuesta importante.
A1Mr. López, listen to me please. I have an important proposal.
Escúcheme bien. Necesitamos cambiar el plan inmediatamente.
A2Listen to me carefully. We need to change the plan immediately.
No se vaya. Escúcheme un momento, necesito su ayuda.
B1Don't leave. Hear me out for a moment, I need your help.
💡 Grammar Points
The Formal Command (Usted)
This phrase uses the formal 'usted' command form (escuche). If you were speaking informally to a friend (tú), you would say escúchame.
Attaching 'Me'
In positive commands (when you tell someone to do something), the word 'me' (meaning 'to me' or 'for me') is always attached directly to the end of the verb, forming one single word.
Why the Accent Mark?
When you attach the pronoun 'me' to the command escuche, the word gets longer. The accent mark (´) is required to ensure the stress stays on the third-to-last syllable, keeping the emphasis where it belongs.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Incorrect Word Order
Mistake: "Me escuche."
Correction: Escúcheme. The pronoun 'me' only goes before the verb in negative commands ('No me escuche') or regular statements, but it must be attached in positive commands.
⭐ Usage Tips
Choosing Formality
Use 'escúcheme' when addressing a superior, an elder, or someone you don't know well. Use the informal 'escúchame' with friends, family, or children.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: escúcheme
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses the correct formal command structure for 'Listen to me'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'escúcheme' formal or informal?
'Escúcheme' is considered formal because it uses the 'usted' command form. If you want to speak informally (to friends or family), you should use 'escúchame'.
Why does 'escúcheme' have an accent mark?
The accent mark is needed because attaching the pronoun 'me' changes the syllable count. The mark tells you to keep emphasizing the original syllable ('ES-cu-che'), preventing the stress from naturally shifting to the last syllable ('es-cu-CHE-me').