imagina
“imagina” means “imagines” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
imagines
Also: is imagining, conceives
📝 In Action
Ella imagina un futuro donde todos son felices.
A1She imagines a future where everyone is happy.
¿Usted imagina lo difícil que es esto?
A2Do you (formal) imagine how difficult this is?
Mi perro imagina que la aspiradora es un monstruo.
B1My dog imagines that the vacuum cleaner is a monster.
Imagine!
Also: Just think!
📝 In Action
¡Imagina el tamaño de esa pizza!
A2Imagine the size of that pizza!
Imagina que eres un superhéroe y vuela.
A1Imagine you are a superhero and fly.
Imagina que el jefe te da un aumento. ¿Qué harías?
B1Imagine the boss gives you a raise. What would you do?
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: imagina
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'imagina' as a friendly command?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *imaginari*, meaning 'to form a mental image' or 'to picture oneself.' The concept has remained consistent for thousands of years.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in early Spanish texts.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
If 'imagina' is the informal command, what is the formal command?
The formal command (telling 'usted' what to do) is 'imagine' (with an 'e'). Remember: 'imagina' for friends/family, 'imagine' for respected strangers/elders.
How do I say 'Don't imagine'?
To make the command negative, you need a special verb form (the subjunctive). You would say 'No imagines' (informal) or 'No imagine' (formal).