hágalo
“hágalo” means “Do it” in Spanish (Formal, polite command (addressing Usted)).
📝 In Action
Si el jefe le pide que lo haga, hágalo inmediatamente.
A2If the boss asks you to do it, do it immediately.
No lo piense más, hágalo ahora mismo.
B1Don't think about it anymore, do it right now.
El pastel está listo. Hágalo enfriar antes de servir.
B2The cake is ready. Make it cool down before serving.
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: hágalo
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'hágalo'?
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📚 Etymology
The word comes from the verb 'hacer' (to do/make), which evolved from the Latin verb *facere*. The addition of 'lo' (it) is a standard rule for positive commands in Spanish.
First recorded: The root verb *hacer* has been in use since medieval Spanish, but the compounded form 'hágalo' follows modern grammatical rules for pronoun placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use 'hágalo' instead of 'hazlo'?
Use 'hágalo' when you are addressing someone formally, such as a boss, a customer, or any adult you would address as 'usted'. Use 'hazlo' for friends, children, or people you address as 'tú'.
Can I use other pronouns with the 'haga' command?
Yes! You can attach any pronoun. For example, 'hágala' (do it/make it, referring to a feminine thing), 'háganos' (do it for us), or 'hágaselo' (do it for him/her/them).