hagan
“hagan” means “do” in Spanish (when giving a formal command to a group).
do, make
Also: are doing/making
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Señores, por favor, hagan la fila ordenada.
A2Gentlemen, please, make an orderly line (command).
Espero que ellos hagan un buen trabajo en el proyecto.
B1I hope they do a good job on the project (wish/request).
Les pedimos que no hagan ruido después de las diez.
B1We ask you (all formal) not to make noise after ten (request/prohibition).
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: hagan
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'hagan' as a command?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'hacer' comes directly from the Latin verb 'facere,' meaning 'to do' or 'to make.' The 'g' sound in 'hagan' is a remnant of the original Latin consonant structure, which often appears in special forms like the subjunctive and the 'yo' form ('hago').
First recorded: Old Spanish (ca. 10th-11th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'hagan' the present tense?
'Hagan' is related to the present tense but is specifically a 'special action' form (present subjunctive) or a formal group command (imperative). The regular present tense form for 'they/you all' is 'hacen'.
How do I know whether to use 'hagan' or 'hacen'?
Use 'hacen' when stating a fact or describing a regular action ('They do the dishes'). Use 'hagan' when giving a command, or when expressing desire, doubt, emotion, or uncertainty about what they might do ('I doubt they will do the dishes').