grita
/gree-tah/
shouts
The word "grita" can mean "shouts," describing the action of yelling.
grita(Verb)
shouts
?He/she/it shouts
,yells
?He/she/it yells
is screaming
?Continuous action
📝 In Action
Mi hermana grita cuando ve una araña.
A1My sister screams when she sees a spider.
Usted grita demasiado fuerte en la biblioteca.
A2You (formal) shout too loudly in the library.
¡Grita si necesitas ayuda!
A1Shout if you need help!
💡 Grammar Points
Regular AR Verb
The verb 'gritar' (to shout) follows the most common Spanish verb pattern. To form 'grita', you drop the -ar and add -a, used for 'he/she/it' or formal 'you'.
Affirmative Tú Command
The friendly command form for 'tú' (you, informal) is often the same as the 'él/ella' form. So, 'grita' means both 'he shouts' and 'Shout!'
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'grita' and 'grito'
Mistake: "Using 'grita' when you mean 'I shout' (grito)."
Correction: 'Grita' is for 'he/she/it' or the command. Remember the 'o' ending is almost always for 'yo' (I).
⭐ Usage Tips
Expressing Emotion
Use 'grita de' + a noun (e.g., 'alegría', 'miedo') to explain the reason for the shout: 'He shouts out of joy.'
As a noun, "grita" means "shout" or a loud vocal sound.
📝 In Action
Una grita de alarma resonó en el valle.
B2A shout of alarm echoed in the valley.
La multitud lanzó una grita de protesta.
C1The crowd let out a yell of protest.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Difference
Most nouns ending in -a are feminine (like 'grita'). However, the more common word for a shout is the masculine noun 'el grito'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'grita' as the primary noun
Mistake: "Using 'grita' instead of 'grito' in everyday conversation."
Correction: While 'grita' is technically correct, stick to 'grito' for the noun 'shout' to sound natural.
⭐ Usage Tips
Literary Use
This noun form is often found in older literature or poetry, giving the text a more formal or dramatic tone.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: grita
Question 1 of 2
Which of the following sentences uses 'grita' as a command?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'grita' the same as 'grito'?
'Grita' and 'grito' are different. 'Grita' is primarily a verb form ('he/she shouts' or 'Shout!'). 'Grito' is the standard masculine noun meaning 'a shout' (the sound itself).
How do I know if 'grita' is a command or a statement?
You usually tell by the context or punctuation. If it's used with 'él,' 'ella,' or 'usted,' it's a statement ('He shouts'). If it's used alone, often with an exclamation mark, and addressing 'tú,' it's a command ('Shout!').