esperes
“esperes” means “you wait” in Spanish (as a wish or desire (e.g., I hope you wait)).
you wait, you hope
Also: don't wait, may you wait
📝 In Action
Necesito que tú esperes hasta que yo llegue.
B1I need you to wait until I arrive.
No esperes que sea fácil; tienes que practicar mucho.
B2Don't expect it to be easy; you have to practice a lot.
Ojalá esperes un milagro, pero no cuentes con ello.
B1I hope you wait for a miracle, but don't count on it.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: esperes
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'esperes' to give a direct, negative command?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'esperar' comes directly from the Latin verb *sperare*, which meant 'to hope.' Over time, it developed the dual meaning of 'to hope' and 'to wait,' as both actions involve anticipating a future event.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'esperas' and 'esperes'?
'Esperas' is the normal, everyday form of the verb ('You wait'). 'Esperes' is a special form used when the action of waiting is uncertain, desired, or when you are giving a negative order ('Don't wait'). You need a special word or phrase (like 'que' after a desire) to make you use 'esperes'.