grites
GREE-tehs
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📝 In Action
Por favor, no grites en la biblioteca.
A2Please, don't shout in the library.
No quiero que me grites.
B1I don't want you to yell at me.
Espero que no grites cuando veas la araña.
B1I hope you don't scream when you see the spider.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Don't' Rule
When you want to tell a friend NOT to do something, verbs that usually end in 'as' change to 'es'. This is why 'gritas' (you shout) becomes 'no grites' (don't shout).
The Feeling Trigger
Use this form after phrases that express a wish or emotion, like 'I hope that...' (Espero que...) or 'I want you to...' (Quiero que...).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'as' for Commands
Mistake: "No gritas."
Correction: No grites.
⭐ Usage Tips
Addressing Friends
'Grites' is used when talking to a friend, child, or family member (tú). If you were being formal, you would drop the 's' and say 'grite'.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: grites
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the correct way to say 'Don't shout!' to a friend?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'gritas' and 'grites'?
'Gritas' is a simple statement (You are shouting). 'Grites' is used for commands (Don't shout!) or after expressions of feeling (I hope you don't shout).
Can I use 'grites' for someone I don't know well?
Generally, no. 'Grites' is for people you are on a first-name basis with (tú). For a stranger or a boss, you would use 'grite'.